WHI.5a-e Ancient Greece Vocab

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Democracy

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A system of government by the whole population, typically through elected representatives.

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Philosophy

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The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence.

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Mythology

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A collection of myths, especially one belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.

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Acropolis

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A fortified part of an ancient Greek city, typically built on a hill.

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Peninsula

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A piece of land almost surrounded by water or projecting out into a body of water.

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City-State

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A city that with its surrounding territory forms an independent state.

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Oligarchy

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A small group of people having control of a country or organization.

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Agora

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A public open space used for assemblies and markets in ancient Greece.

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Philosopher

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A person engaged or learned in philosophy, especially as an academic discipline.

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Epic Poem

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A long narrative poem, often written about a hero or heroic deeds.