Unit 6 Ancient Greece Vocab

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City-state in ancient Greece, ideal for philosophy.

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Polis

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Ancient citadel in Athens with the Parthenon, 5th century BC.

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Acropolis

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System of government by the population or eligible members, typically through elected representatives.

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Democracy

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A member of the aristocracy.

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Aristocrats

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A legally recognized subject or national of a state or commonwealth, either native or naturalized.

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Citizen

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Cruel and oppressive ruler.

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Tyrant

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Statesman who led Athens to political and cultural dominance in Greece

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Pericles Athenian

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Warrior society in ancient Greece that defeated Athens in the Peloponnesian War and valued loyalty and military service.

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Sparta

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Greek philosopher known for the Socratic method, engaging in dialogue to define ethics.

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Socrates

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A disciple of Socrates and the teacher of Aristotle.

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Plato