Greek History 6th grade

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Polis

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The greek word for city-state

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Acropolis

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A high hill where often stood a fortress

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Minoans & Mycenaeans

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Two civilizations which influenced the entire Aegean region and helped shape later cultures in Greece.

Expert ship builder's seafarers. They sailed through the Mediterranean to trade

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Democracy

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A type of government in which people rule themselves.

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Aristrocrats

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Rich land owners

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Oligarchy

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A government in which only a few people have power.

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Citizens

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People who had the right to participate in the government.

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Tyrant

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A leader who held power through the use of force.

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Perciles

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Brillian elected Leader in Athens, Greece. He led from 460 BC to 429 BC. He would pay people who served in public offices or on juries.

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End of Democracy in Athens

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Ended around 330s BC after being conquered by the Macedonians from North of Greece.