Global studies 1 Flashcards
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classical civilization
cultrual, political,
What civilizations are considered to be classical civilizations?
Classical civilizations include ancient Greece, Rome, Persia, India (Maurya and Gupta), and China (Zhou and Han).
Describe Greece’s geography
Ancient Greece’s mountainous terrain created isolated city-states, while its extensive coastline facilitated trade, seafaring, and cultural exchange.
How did the geography of Greece impact its development?
Greece’s mountainous terrain led to isolated city-states, fostering regional identities, while the coastline encouraged trade and maritime activity.
What is a city-state?
Ancient Greece’s mountainous terrain created isolated city-states, while its extensive coastline facilitated trade, seafaring, and cultural exchange.
Why did Greece develop into city-states?
Greece developed into city-states due to its mountainous geography, which isolated communities, promoting local governance and distinct cultures.
Direct Democracy
Direct democracy is a system where citizens directly participate in decision-making, exemplified by ancient Athens’ voting assemblies.
Which Greek city-state had a direct democracy for their government?
Athens had a direct democracy, allowing citizens to participate in decision-making through assemblies and public debates.
Why was Ancient Greece’s direct democracy LIMITED?
Ancient Greece’s direct democracy was limited as only free, male citizens could participate, excluding women, slaves, and foreigners.
Who fought in the Persian War?
The Persian Wars were fought between Greek city-states, notably Athens and Sparta, against the Persian Empire led by Darius and Xerxes.
Who won the Persian War?
The Greek city-states won the Persian Wars, achieving significant victories at battles such as Marathon, Salamis, and Plataea.
Which city-state gained a lot of power after the Persian War?
Athens gained significant power after the Persian War, emerging as a dominant naval force and leader of the Delian League.
the Golden Age of Athens
The Golden Age of Athens (5th century BCE) was marked by cultural flourishing, democracy, philosophy, and significant advancements in art and science.
Which city-state was the leader of Greece’s golden age, and why?
Athens was the leader of Greece’s Golden Age due to its cultural, political, and military advancements, fostering democracy and the arts.
Which city-state was Pericles the leader of?
Pericles was the leader of Athens, where he played a crucial role in its political and cultural development.
What were some of his accomplishments?
Pericles’ accomplishments included expanding democracy, commissioning the Parthenon, and fostering arts, philosophy, and the Athenian naval power.
What did Athenians value?
Athenians valued democracy, education, philosophy, arts, and civic participation, emphasizing individual freedom and public debate.
What did Spartans value?
Spartans valued discipline, military strength, loyalty, austerity, and community, prioritizing the needs of the state over individual desires.
Who were they?
Philosophers in ancient Greece, like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, explored ethics, politics, metaphysics, and the nature of knowledge.
What did they believe in?
They believed in rational thought, the pursuit of truth, ethical living, and understanding the nature of reality and existence.
Philosophers
Philosophers in ancient Greece, like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, explored ethics, politics, metaphysics, and the nature of knowledge.
Architecture
Greek architecture achievements include the development of classical orders (Doric, Ionic, Corinthian), monumental temples like the Parthenon, and open-air theaters.
What did they believe in?
They believed in rational thought, the pursuit of truth, ethical living, and understanding the nature of reality and existence.
Art:
Greek art achievements include realistic sculpture, pottery, and architecture, with notable works like the Parthenon and sculptures by Phidias.
