6.7 Greek Achievements Flashcards

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Who is known as the "father of geometry"?

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Euclid

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What method did Greek philosophers use to think through problems?

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Logic

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Which Greek philosopher is famous for asking many questions to help people think clearly?

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Socrates

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What was the primary focus of Greek scientists when studying natural events?

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Natural reasons

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How did Thucydides study the Peloponnesian War?

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By visiting battle sites and talking to people

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What was the significance of the Academy founded by Plato?

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It was a school where philosophical ideas were developed and taught.

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Explain how Greek doctors changed the understanding of illnesses.

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They looked for natural causes of illnesses instead of blaming the gods.

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What was the contribution of Hippocrates to medicine?

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He taught students to study symptoms and ask questions about illness.

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Describe the approach Greek philosophers like Plato and Aristotle had towards government.

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They thought about the best ways to run a government.

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What was Herodotus known for in the field of history?

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Being the first historian who looked at why events happened