Ancient Greece Vocabulary

Acropolis

• A type of ancient Greek pottery

• A high, rocky hill on or near which early people built cities

• A famous Greek philosopher

• A style of ancient Greek architecture

Democracy

• A government where citizens make decisions by voting

• A system where a single ruler has absolute power

• A form of government where laws are made by a council of elders

• A political system based on hereditary rule

Tyranny

• A government ruled by a leader who has invaded and taken over control of the land and people

• A system of government where power is held by the people

• A form of government where laws are made by elected representatives

• A government that is ruled by a monarch with absolute power

Tyrant

• A person who takes power by force and rules with total authority

• A leader elected by the people

• A benevolent ruler who prioritizes the welfare of citizens

• A military general with no political power

Athens

• A City-State within Greece it is known for education and philosophy

• A famous city in Italy known for its art and architecture

• A capital city in Egypt known for its ancient pyramids

• A city in Spain known for its football clubs

Agora

• A type of ancient Greek pottery

• An open area that was a market and public meeting place

• A philosophical school founded by Socrates

• A festival celebrating the harvest

Sparta

• A city-state within Greece known for its strong Navy.

• A city-state within Greece known for having a strong Army.

• A city-state within Greece famous for its philosophers.

• A city-state within Greece known for its trade and commerce.

Philosopher

• A person who studies mathematics

• A thinker who seeks wisdom and ponders questions about life

• An artist who creates visual works

• A scientist who conducts experiments

Oligarchy

• A government ruled by a few powerful individuals, usually military leaders.

• A government where power is held by a single individual.

• A government run by elected representatives of the people.

• A government that is controlled by a large group of citizens.

Citizen

• Someone who has the right to participate in Government

• A person who lives in a country but is not a national

• An individual who pays taxes to the government

• A resident who is not allowed to vote