The Birth of Drama

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Who were the Minoans and what was their significance?

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The Minoans were travelers from the island of Crete, ruled by King Minos. They had a flourishing culture since 1200 BCE, encouraged art and travel, and contributed to the creation of Greek civilization.

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Where did the Minoans settle and what city was formed there?

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The Minoans settled in the area known as Attica, where the city of Athens would form.

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Who ruled the city of Mycenae and what is he known for?

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King Agamemnon ruled the city of Mycenae and is most known from the Iliad.

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What is the Iliad and who created it?

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The Iliad is a story about the Trojan War, created by Homer in 800 BCE.

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What event led to the start of the Trojan War?

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The Trojan War started when Helena, the wife of Menelaus, ran away with Paris of Troy.

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How did the Greeks win the Trojan War?

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The Greeks won the Trojan War after 10 years by using the Trojan Horse.

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Which wars did the Greeks celebrate in their plays?

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The Greeks celebrated the victories of the Trojan War and the Persian War.

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What are the two battles the Greeks focused on from the Persian War?

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The Greeks focused on the battles of Marathon and Salamis.

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What is the significance of the Battle of Marathon?

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The Battle of Marathon is known for the messenger who ran to Athens and back to Marathon, inspiring the modern marathon race.

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How did the Athenians win the Battle of Salamis?

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The Athenians won the Battle of Salamis by using small, slim boats to lure the Persian fleet into the bay of Salamis, trapping and burning them.