Chapter 4-4 The Age of Pericles
The Athenian Empire A. Athens joined forces with other states to form the Delian League. B. Athens eventually gained control of the League. C. Athens had a direct democracy. Direct Democracy- people vote firsthand on laws and policies. Representative Democracy- people select smaller groups to vote on behalf of the people
The Athenian Empire Cont… D. Pericles- General that led Athens for more than 30 years. Promoted democracy for all citizens Build temples and statues Parthenon is the most famous of all. Supported artists, writers, architects, and philosophers Philosopher- person that ponders questions about life
Parthenon
Why wouldn’t direct democracy work in the United States? Discussion Question: Why wouldn’t direct democracy work in the United States?
Daily Life in Athens A. 400s B.C.-Athens was the largest of all Greek city-states B. Athens became trading center of the Greek World. Pottery, jewelry, leather goods Wool, milk, cheese Grain, vegetables, fruit, olives, grapes
Daily Life in Athens Roles of Men and Women Men Women Worked in the morning Exercised or attended assembly meetings in the evening Women Responsible for caring for their children and households No political rights and could not own property Aspasia influenced Plato in thought, even though she could not vote.
The Peloponnesian War A. City States teamed up against Athens B. The second year of the war brought disease 1/3 of Athenians died, including Pericles C. Sparta built a navy and defeated the Athenians. Athens then surrendered.