Ancient Greeks Culture and Contributions The ancient Greek
Ancient Greeks Culture and Contributions
The ancient Greek civilization shares: n. A written language n A system of government n Advances in arts and sciences n A common culture
Physical Characteristics Greece is…. n n n On the continent of Europe Bordered by the Mediterranean Sea A peninsula Hilly and mountainous Limited in rich soil
Human Characteristics of the Greeks Because of their surroundings, ancient Greeks had to adapt. As a result, they became Farmers Traders Shipbuilders
Greek Men and Women Greek Men n Went to school n Worked for physical strength n Were voting citizens n Played the lyre and other instruments Greek Women n Took care of children n Learned handicrafts n Did not vote
The Olympics n Held every four years to honor Zeus n Held atop of Mount Olympus n Only men competed n Winners wore a crown of olive leaves
Greece: The birthplace of democracy Democracy – people vote on the issues that effect them. Direct Democracy People vote directly on the issues Representative Democracy People vote to choose a representative to vote for them on the issues
Architecture The Greeks loved columns and used them often. A most famous example is the Parthenon which sat high above the city.
Religion The Greeks believed in many different gods. n Zeus n Athena
The Arts and Sciences n Ancient Greeks were Sculptors Potters Scientists Great thinkers
Now, it’s all Greek to you!
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