Ancient Greece: Main Ideas (Rise & Fall)

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Kristi Myers
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How did geography contribute to the rise of ancient Greece?
The Greeks had access to vast deserts, allowing them to develop advanced agriculture.
Greece's location on a peninsula surrounded by the Aegean Sea encouraged trade and interaction with other cultures.
The mountains in Greece made it impossible for people to settle there, so they had to build strong navy fleets instead.
Ancient Greece was located in the Arctic Circle, providing them with an abundance of ice for refrigeration.
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How did the Minoans and Mycenaeans contribute to the rise of ancient Greece?
The Minoans and Mycenaeans were skilled astronomers, which helped ancient Greece advance in the field of space exploration.
They were two early civilizations that developed in Greece and both had advanced writing systems that laid the foundation for Greek language and literature.
The Minoans and Mycenaeans were the inventors of democracy in ancient Greece.
These civilizations had no impact on the rise of ancient Greece.
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How did Athens contribute to the rise of ancient Greece?
Athens invented the first modern computer, revolutionizing technology in ancient Greece.
The city of Athens was famous for its delicious cuisine, attracting people from all over the world.
Athens developed a system of government called democracy, where citizens had a say in decision-making.
Athens was primarily known for its powerful navy, which dominated the Mediterranean.
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What role did Sparta play in the rise of ancient Greece?
Sparta was known for its impressive art and architecture, which inspired creativity throughout Greece.
Spartans were skilled navigators who established trade routes across the Mediterranean, boosting the Greek economy.
Sparta's military prowess and disciplined soldiers helped protect Greece from external threats and invasions.
Sparta was famous for its agricultural innovations, leading to abundant food supplies in ancient Greece.
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What role did the Persian Wars play in the rise of ancient Greece?
The Persian Wars led to the Greek invention of paper, which revolutionized communication and education.
These wars helped unify the Greek city-states and strengthen their sense of identity as Greeks.
The Persian Wars caused a decline in Greek trade and economic prosperity.
The Persian Wars resulted in the construction of the Great Wall of Greece, which protected the city-states from invasions.
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What role did Pericles and the Golden Age of Athens play in the rise of ancient Greece?
Pericles and the Golden Age of Athens marked a period of darkness and stagnation in Greece.
They introduced a new religion that became the dominant belief system in ancient Greece.
Pericles and the Golden Age of Athens promoted democracy and made Athens a center of culture and learning.
They invented the first modern computer, bringing advanced technology to ancient Greece.
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How did the Peloponnesian War (Athens vs. Sparta) contribute to the decline of ancient Greece?
The Peloponnesian War led to the development of advanced medical practices in ancient Greece, improving public health.
It resulted in a period of great economic prosperity, allowing Greece to flourish for centuries.
The war led to the weakening of Greek city-states, making them vulnerable to conquest by outside powers.
The Peloponnesian War led to the construction of the Great Wall of Greece, ensuring the safety of Greek city-states.
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