What were the themes of Greek society What were the themes of Greek society? How were those incorporated into Greek culture? What is a polis? List two differences between Sparta and Athens. THINKER: Based on what we’ve learned so far, what makes Ancient Greece different than all other civilizations we’ve studied? Bellwork: Block 1

Greek Civilization & Culture Greeks are most known for their contribution to modern society. Including classical art, architecture, drama, philosophy, history, science, and the Olympic games.

Visual Arts

Greek Drama

Olympic Games Greeks stressed health and athletics so every four years they held a series of contests for the glory of Zeus. Held at the city of Olympia. Only men were allowed to compete and watch. The Greeks regarded Olympic winners as heroes (some city- states even excused athletes from paying taxes)

Philosophers Aristotle Plato Socrates

Historians

Science

BELLWORK: BLOCK 2 Today, we will focus on conflict in Ancient Greece and how it contributed to two major wars – The Persian Wars (Greek city states vs. Persia) and the Peloponnesian War (Sparta vs. Athens). In order to understand WHY these conflicts happened, make a prediction  Why do you think Greece and Persia were enemies? What were they fighting over? What was it so difficult to unify the Greek city states? Why do you think Sparta and Athens distrusted each other? THINKER: What are the strengths of the Greek military? Where might they have an advantage over the larger, more organized and trained Persian military?

Conflict in Ancient Greece Persian Wars Peloponnesian War

The Persian Wars Persia and Greece were enemies that fought for control of trade/travel routes. Between 490-480B.C., the rivals go to war three times.

Greek Empire: 550B.C.

Persian Empire – 539 BC

Background of Tension Cyrus the Great conquered the Greek-inhabited region of Ionia in 547 BC. Struggling to rule the independent-minded cities of Ionia, Persians appointed tyrants to rule After years of oppression, the Ionians successfully revolted against Persia with aide from Greece Persians wanted revenge!

In 490 BC, Persian forces (led by Darius I) landed near Athens. The Persian Wars In 490 BC, Persian forces (led by Darius I) landed near Athens. The outnumbered Greeks staged a surprise attack and defeated the Persians! In 480B.C., the Persians returned to Greece (now led by Xerxes I) 7,000 Greeks (Spartans/Athenians) vs. 100,000 Persians Greek navy destroyed the entire Persian fleet. The Persians responded with a sneak attack on the remaining 300 Spartan warriors – Battle of Thermopylae

Persian Wars – Battle of Thermopylae Thermopylae ("hot gates") was a pass the Greeks tried to defend Spartan King Leonidas was in charge of the Greek forces. He had three goals: Restrain & delay the strong Persian Army Keep them from attacking the Greek navy (under Athenian control - Themistocles) Block them long enough so they would be forced to sail back for food, water & supplies

The Last Stand of the 300 For the rest of class, you will be watching a video on the last stand of the 300 at the Battle of Thermopylae. Answer the questions on the worksheet Pay attention! This information will be included on the unit test