1. GRAPES of Greece (ISN 84) Geography Religion Achievements Politics Economics SocialStructures......

2. Aesop’s Fables Greek storyteller Animals Life lesson - moral

3. Ch. 26 The Rise of Democracy

4. Monarchy One person (king/emperor) has power to make all political decisions

5. Oligarchy A few people have the power to make all political decisions

6. Tyranny One person seizes power by force and rules single-handedly

7. Democracy People vote to make political decisions

8. 26.2 Monarchy …one person (king) Power is inherited (usually father to son) Lost power because: Depended on aristocrats during war Aristocrats wanted more power Overthrew king

9. 26.3 Oligarchy …a few people Aristocrats who overthrew monarchy Lost power because: Ignored needs of the people Unpopular laws Enforced with the army Rich got richer Eventually the poor turned to army leaders

10. 26.4 Tyranny …one person who is not a lawful ruler. Seized power illegally, usually by force. Lost power because: Ruled harshly Ignored the needs of the people People forced the tyrant out

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12. 26.5 Democracy …all citizens Tyrant overthrown by the people. Direct democracy – every citizen can vote on every issue (Athens) Representative democracy – people vote for representatives who decide issues on their behalf (U.S.)

13. Greek gods & goddesses Religion very important Consulted gods through oracles Myths – stories about gods to explain nature and the unknown

14. Gods & Goddesses Flash Cards Cut along dotted Fold along line Glue (picture down) along a side edge ISN 98 - 100