Ancient Greece Vocabulary: Chapters 3 & 4

Flashcards for Ancient Greek vocabulary, covering Chapters 3 & 4, including terms related to city-states, democracy, Sparta, and Athens.

What is the definition of 'layout'?

The plan or arrangement of something.

What does 'supreme' mean?

Greatest in power or authority.

What does it mean to be 'entitled'?

To have rights and privileges.

What is the meaning of 'gradual'?

Happening little by little.

What is a 'polis'?

A city-state.

What is an 'aristocracy'?

Rule by a noble class.

What is an 'oligarchy'?

Rule by a few wealthy individuals.

What is a 'tyrant'?

Someone who took power in an illegal way.

What is a 'citizen'?

A person with the right to take part in ruling the city-state.

What is 'democracy'?

A government in which the citizens make political decisions.

What is a 'supervisor'?

A person who is in charge of a department.

What does 'propose' mean?

To suggest; or put forward for consideration.

What is an 'industry'?

An enterprise in which goods are manufactured from raw materials.

What does 'clever' mean?

Smart; showing quick thinking and resourcefulness.

Describe Athens.

A Greek city-state that valued democracy and education.

Describe Sparta.

A Greek city-state that built its society around a strong military.

What is a 'helot'?

A slave in Sparta.

What are 'barracks'?

Military houses where boys lived and trained.

What is Marathon?

A plain near Athens where a major battle against Persia took place.