Ch 8 Ancient Greece

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The Minoans and the _____ helped shape the later Greek culture.

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Mycenaeans

Front

A body of stories about gods and heroes that tries to explain how the world works is called __________.

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mythology

Front

A high hill that often had a fortress on its top is known as an __________.

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acropolis

Front

Because traveling by land in Greece was difficult, the Greeks __________.

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became expert ship builders

Front

A leader who uses force to hold power is called a __________.

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tyrant

Front

The ancient Greeks believed in many gods, which is known as __________.

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polytheism

Front

The __________ was a major city-state in ancient Greece known for its military prowess.

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Sparta

Front

The __________ was a major city-state in ancient Greece known for its cultural achievements and democracy.

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Athens

Front

The __________ is a famous ancient Greek temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.

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Parthenon

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The __________ was a conflict between Athens and Sparta that lasted for many years.

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Peloponnesian War