Greek and Roman Influences on European Culture

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What did Greek doctors study to understand how the human body worked?

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Greek doctors studied anatomy and physiology.

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What significant change occurred in towns after the year 1000 during the Middle Ages?

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Towns began to grow and develop.

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Who wrote the philosophical work 'The Republic'?

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Plato wrote 'The Republic'.

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What fields did Claudius Ptolemy contribute to?

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Claudius Ptolemy was a mathematician, astronomer, and geographer.

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What does the term 'Renaissance' refer to?

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The Renaissance refers to a time of rebirth in arts and learning.

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What is the significance of Greek philosophy in European culture?

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Greek philosophy laid the foundation for Western thought and education.

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Name one major contribution of Roman engineering to European culture.

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Roman engineering contributed the development of roads and aqueducts.

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What was the role of mythology in Greek and Roman cultures?

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Mythology explained natural phenomena and human behavior.

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How did the fall of the Roman Empire influence European culture?

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The fall of the Roman Empire led to the fragmentation of Europe and the rise of feudalism.

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What is the importance of the arts during the Renaissance?

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The arts flourished, leading to advancements in painting, sculpture, and architecture.