Chapter 18 - Ancient Greek Culture

Which statements accurately describe the religion of ancient Greece? (Choose 2)

• The Ancient Greek religion was followed by only one city-state.

• The Ancient Greek religion had human-like gods.

• The Ancient Greek religion was polytheistic.

• The Ancient Greek religion had a head god named Helios.

• The Ancient Greek religion was similar to Buddhism.

How did the people of ancient Greece use myths?

• to perform rituals to please their gods

• to write great epic poems

• to make temples more holy

• to explain events in their everyday lives

Why did the Olympic Games begin?

• to provide Hades with a sacrifice

• to honor Zeus with a competition

• to give Hera a special gift

• to please Helios with a ritual

How did the Iliad and the Odyssey provide insight into ancient Greek life?

• by featuring the values and customs of ancient Greek society

• by detailing the many ways Homer was an ancient Greek hero

• by explaining advancement in math and architecture

• by providing an account of historical events written at that time

Determine whether each phrase describes Plato, Aristotle, or both. Write P for Plato, A for Aristotle, or B for both.

Groups:

(a) Aristotle

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(b) Plato

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(c) Both

• Tutored Alexander the Great

• Founded the Academy in Athens

• Philosopher and Writer

• Wrote "The Republic" about the ideal state

• Founded a school called the Lyceum

How did Socrates study knowledge, truth, and the meaning of life?

• He asked questions and then tested the answers with more questions.

• He studied at the Academy, which was the first institute of higher learning in the Western world.

• He was a student of Aristotle and learned about philosophy from him.

• He read Greek literature like the Iliad and the Odyssey to find answers.

How did Greek builders construct amphitheaters?

• They were built as high, fortified retreats so that people had a place to go when under attack.

• They were built with a shallow pool in front so that light reflected onto a central stage.

• They were built with marble columns and a wood ceiling so that the ceiling was not too heavy.

• They were built into the side of a hill so that seats rose from the central stage.

How do we know what Socrates thought?

• Aristotle wrote about his teachings.

• Homer wrote myths and stories about him.

• Socrates wrote myths and stories that tell us.

• Plato wrote about his teachings.

Which statement accurately describes this structure?

• The Parthenon was a citadel to protect Athens located on the Acropolis.

• The Acropolis was a citadel to protect Athens located on the Parthenon.

• The Parthenon was a temple to honor Athena located on the Acropolis of Athens.

• The Acropolis was a temple to honor Athena located on the Parthenon of Athens.

Which statements complete the graphic organizer? (Choose 2)

• A huge gold statue of Athena is located here.

• The Parthenon is located here.

• It is a citadel overlooking Athens.

• It is a building featuring 40 magnificent marble columns.