Ancient Greece Vocabulary Athens

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A Greek city-state; Athens was a major example. Fill in the blank: ________

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Polis

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A form of government where the people rule (from demos meaning people and kratos meaning power). Fill in the blank: ________

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Democracy

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A high, fortified hill in the center of the city, often used for temples like the Parthenon. Fill in the blank: ________

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Acropolis

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A famous temple dedicated to the goddess Athena located on the Acropolis. Fill in the blank: ________

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Parthenon

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The central public space used for markets and assemblies. Fill in the blank: ________

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Agora

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The study of knowledge, truth, and the nature of existence (e.g., Socrates, Plato). Fill in the blank: ________

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Philosophy

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A process in Athenian democracy where a citizen could be temporarily exiled (kicked out) by a vote. Fill in the blank: ________

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Ostracism

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The main governing body in Athenian democracy, made up of all eligible male citizens. Fill in the blank: ________

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Assembly

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A citizen-soldier of the Ancient Greek city-states, famous for fighting in a phalanx formation.

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Hoplite

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A serious form of drama dealing with the downfall of a heroic or noble character; popular in Athens.

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Tragedy