Year 7 SOSE - Ancient Greece

Tailored for students at Downlands College completing Year 7 SOSE - Unit 2 Ancient Greece

What is a Polis?

A city state in Ancient Greece; having its own government, laws, and army.

What is a Acropolis?

The citadel or high point of a Greek city, often the site of important temples and public buildings.

What is an Agora?

The central public space in ancient Greek city-states, used for assemblies, markets, and social gatherings.

What is a Monarchy?

Ruled by an individual who had inherited their role

What is Oligarchy?

Ruled by a select group of powerful people

What is Tyranny?

Ruled by an individual who has seized power by unconstitutional or unethical means

What is Democracy?

Ruled by the citizens who elected someone for their area

Common systems of Greek Government

Monarchy; Oligarchy; Tyranny; Democracy

Ostracism

A vote to banish people from a particular polis

How would Poleis’ create unique social identities?

Written law-codes; coinage; polis-specific festivals and celebrations; local patron dieties; structures

Olympia

A religious site in ancient Greece, known for hosting Olympic Games every four years in honor of Zeus. Inspiring the global Olympic Games, which also take place every four years.

Mt Olympus

The highest mountain in Greece, considered the home of the gods in ancient mythology, particularly Zeus and other Olympian deities.

Why was Religion so important to the Ancient Greeks?

Gods & Goddesses controlled everything in their lives & environment; Gods would take care of them when they died; if they pleased the gods, it was though the gods would help them; if they angered the gods, the gods would punish them

What is an Oracle?

An Oracle was a priest or priestess in ancient Greece who communicated with the gods to provide prophecies and guidance.