Ancient Greece Vocabulary

Tribute

• A payment made periodically by one state or ruler to another, especially as a sign of dependence.

• A type of tax levied on goods and services.

• A ceremonial gift given during a festival.

• A loan provided by one country to another for development.

Peninsula

• A type of tree found near water bodies.

• A piece of land almost surrounded by water or projecting out into a body of water.

• A large body of saltwater smaller than an ocean.

• A flat area of land with few trees.

Slavery

• The state of being a slave; the practice of owning slaves.

• A system of voluntary labor without compensation.

• A form of government where citizens have no rights.

• A cultural practice of celebrating freedom and independence.

Tyrant

• A cruel and oppressive ruler.

• A benevolent leader who promotes peace.

• A ruler who is loved by the people.

• A leader who follows democratic principles.

Helots

• A class of serfs in ancient Sparta, intermediate in status between slaves and citizens.

• A type of ancient Greek warrior known for their bravery.

• A form of government in ancient Greece where citizens had direct power.

• A religious festival celebrated in ancient Sparta.

Tragedy

• A form of drama based on human suffering that invokes an accompanying catharsis or pleasure in audiences.

• A light-hearted play that focuses on comedic situations and happy endings.

• A narrative that primarily deals with heroic deeds and adventures of characters.

• A type of poetry that expresses deep emotions and thoughts.

Democracy

• A system of government by the whole population, typically through elected representatives.

• A form of government where a single ruler holds absolute power.

• A political system where citizens have no role in decision-making.

• A type of government that is ruled by a monarchy.

Oracle

• A type of ancient Greek architecture.

• A priest or priestess acting as a medium through whom advice or prophecy was sought from the gods in classical antiquity.

• A form of divination using animal entrails.

• A sacred text containing prophecies.

Colonization

• The act of setting up a colony away from one's place of origin.

• A process of cultural assimilation and integration.

• The establishment of trade routes between nations.

• The migration of people to urban areas for economic opportunities.

Aristocrat

• A member of the aristocracy; a noble or someone of high social rank.

• A person who is a commoner and has no noble title.

• An individual who is known for their artistic talents and creativity.

• A leader in a democratic government.