Ancient Greece

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Monarchy

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A government ruled by a king or queen.

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Aristocracy

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A government in which power is in the hands of a hereditary ruling class or nobility.

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Oligarchy

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A government ruled by a few powerful people.

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Tyrant

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A leader who held power through the use of force.

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Direct Democracy

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A form of government in which citizens rule directly and not through representatives.

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Tragedy

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A serious form of drama dealing with the downfall of a heroic or noble character.

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Comedy

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A humorous work of drama.

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Philosopher

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Thinkers who ponder questions about life.

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Hellenistic

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Of or relating to Greek history, culture, or art after Alexander the Great.

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Alexandria

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City in Egypt founded by Alexander the Great, center of commerce and Hellenistic civilization.