Ancient Greece

Ancient Greece: Trade and Culture

Trade

• Key trade goods in ancient Greece:
  • Grapes
  • Olives

Religion and Mythology

• Polytheistic Culture:
  • The people of Athens believed in multiple gods.
• Mythology:
  • Old stories featuring gods and goddesses.

Theater

• Genres of theater:
  • Comedies
  • Dramas
  • Tragedies

Philosophy

• Notable philosopher:
  • Socrates

Science and Medicine

• Advancements in science:
  • Ancient Greek contributions to science.
• Medicine

Architecture

• Significant architectural achievements:
  • The Parthenon
• Three orders of columns:
  • Doric
  • Ionic
  • Corinthian