Pausing Point Flash Cards

Front

How did the city-state of Athens get it's name?

Back

Athena the goddess of wisdom offered an olive tree. Which the people took as a better gift than Poseidon's fish.

Front

How did Athena describe the Olive Tree? What benefits did it provide?

Back

She explained how the tree would provide food and wealth. To help heat things and cook objects. To help with the skin on the body.

Front

What were somethings that Ancient Greece provided?

Back

Olive trees, Olympic games, Democracy, Spartan mentality.

Front

How many Greek Gods are on Mount Olympus?

Back

12

Front

Name one God or Goddess from what we have learned? Write on a stick note and place on the board.

Back

Answer may very.

Front

What was living in Athens like?

Back

Talking, shopping. Education and learning involving the arts and science. Asking the why questions. Everyone had a vote so people had a chance to say what was good and bad in Athens.

Front

What was it like living in Sparta?

Back

Life was hard. Boys had to join the army at the age of 7. The woman stayed at home and didn't get to vote. The people didn't get much say in government because they were ruled by two kings.

Front

In your book on PP 1. Answer this question in your OWN WORDS. Which city-state would you want to live in at the age of 7? Sparta or Athens

Back

Answer may vary. (10 Minute time.) Need at least 3 sentences.