By: Sophie A. & Ava K. Ancient Greece

Civilization

The Arts  They had drama. It was a regular part of the Ancient Greeks life.  They had sculptures which were important to Greeks because they showed important people.

Writing  They had writing tablets which helped boys in school learn.  Teachers taught reading, writing, mathematics, and literature.

Religion  They had gods and goddesses, which they worshiped.  They believed in myths. It helped them explain their religion.

Stable Food Supply  They had a market place where they got food.  They had fertile farming area where they grew food.

Technology  They had writing tablets that they had for learning in school.  They played the Lyre which was a stringed instrument like a harp.

Government  They had democracy which means they were governing themselves.  They had Tyranny. The ruling power is in the hands of someone who is NOT a lawful king.

Social Structure  Athens had slaves, which were the lowest people.  There were few important women because they usually were only doing chores and making food.

Empire

Did Not Start From Scratch  Alexander had to have tutoring for public speaking and other things to rule the empire.

Had Strong Leaders with Powerful Armies  He planned things instead of just doing it without knowing what is going to happen.

Developed Systems  He spread Greek ideas. He used religion. He adopted the ways of conquered cultures

Built Roads and Expanded Trade  He connected people by spreading the culture throughout his empire.

Established Religions  He honored Egyptian and Persian gods with the same respect he paid to Greek gods.

Declined  By 324 B.C.E, Alexander's armies were in northern India. After ten years of fighting, the excused soldiers refused to go on.