Quiz

MAPS

TIME LINE

ARCHITECTURE

Climate

ATHENS vs

SPARTA

Mythology

Foods

Adults

Clothing

Language

Important People

Daily Life

Kids

The Odyssey

By Homer

Democracy

ART

Archaic Classical Hellenistic

You will begin this unit by completing this Maps section. So much of what you will learn in this unit can trace its influence to the geography of Ancient Greece.

1. Complete the map of Ancient Greece following the directions that are attached. (in hand-out)You will notice that Greece is mainly a large peninsula, but it also has hundreds of tiny islands and one large island, Crete. Greece has a varied topography—there are many different types of land forms. Just as geography affects the lives of modern-day people, it had major effects on people of ancient Greece!

2. Scan the following websites to get a better understanding about Greece’s geography. The geography itself has not changed much over the thousands of years; neither has the way it influences Greek’s lives.

Mr. Donnhttp://ancienthistory.about.com/od/greekmapsall/a/70107greekgeogr.htmhttp://www.ancientgreece.com/s/Geography/British Museum—Ancient Greece

3. Compare your completed map of Ancient Greece with a map of Georgia to answer the questions found on the Challenge Questions! link. Use an atlas, wall map, or other online map. You may click on the link and print the document, or you may use your own paper and simply number your paper and answer the questions.

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The Map of Ancient Greece

ClimateClimate is the overall pattern of weather from a region that is averaged over many years. Climate plays a big part in what crops can grow, the clothing people wear, and many cultural traditions. Paleoclimatologist have made it possible for us to know more about the conditions the Ancient Greeks experienced. Answer the following questions, referring to the recommended websites for supporting information.

**On your own piece of notebook paper, number your paper from 1-7. Write the answers in COMPLETE SENTENCES.

1. What is the average temperature in Athens, Greece?2. What is the average rainfall in Athens, Greece?3. What is the average temperature in Athens, Georgia?4. What is the average rainfall in Athens, Georgia?5. How do these two places compare? 6. In what categories are they the most similar? 7. In what categories are they the most different?

Go to the following website to learn about the climate of Greece. http://http://www.travelinfo.gr/greece/info/climate.htm

Go to the following website to learn about the climate of Georgia.http://www.climate-zone.com/climate/united-states/georgia/athens/

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Paleoclimatologistpaleo <Greek = old or ancient, especially in reference to geology.climate <Greek = region or zone-ology <Greek = study of-ist <Greek =one who

Paleoclimatologist—a person who studies the weather patterns of ancient times using evidence found in geologic records, especially in the form of glacial deposits, fossils, sediments, and rock and ice cores.

paleoclimatology   (pā'lē-ō-klī'mə-tŏl'ə-jē)    The scientific study of climatic conditions, along with their causes and effects, in the geologic past. These conditions are reconstructed on the basis of evidence found in the geologic record, especially in the form of glacial deposits, fossils, sediments, and rock and ice cores. Because much of the geologic record studied in paleoclimatology predates humans, this research is valuable for weighing the relative influence of human and natural causes of global climate change. It also provides test situations for computerized climate modeling systems used to predict present-day climate changes. ~Dictionary.com

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The History of Democracy

Athens, Greece is credited for being the “Cradle of Western Civilization.” Although it was only one of the five major city-states of Ancient Greece, it created the form of government that we based our country on—democracy. Americans believe that democracy is the best form of government because the responsibility of ruling the country does not come from just one person. Let’s see how democracy came about. Refer to the completed map of Ancient Greece, your completed timeline, and the various links to help support your answers.http://greece.mrdonn.org/city-states.html. (there are several helpful links on this page)http://www.historyforkids.org/learn/greeks/government/ http://www.historyforkids.org/learn/greeks/history/classical.htmhttp://www.historyforkids.org/learn/greeks/government/index.htm

1. In what ways did the geography of Ancient Greece influence government?2. What were the five most powerful city-states, and how was each one

governed?3. How did these city-states treat each other?4. What were the three main forms of government in Ancient Greece?5. Which Athenian is credited for establishing democracy?6. How was the first democracy able to happen?

Prerequisite: Timeline and Maps

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Words that “Stem”from Government

Monarch, monarchy Ruled by one, especially from royalty.mono (<Gr. one) + -archy (<Gr. government, rule)

Oligarchy Ruled by a few individuals, a small group or cliqueoligo (<Gr. few, or little) + -archy (see above) Democracy Government by the peopledemos (<Gr. common people, district) + -cracy (<Gr. rule, or government by)

Republic a state in which the supreme power rests in the body of citizens entitled to vote and is exercised by representatives chosen directly or indirectly by themres (< Latin rēs pūblica, equivalent to rēs thing, entity + pūblica public)

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TimelineComplete the Ancient Greece timeline using the following websites. You will need this for several sections, so be thorough!

http://www.schoolsliaison.org.uk http://www.historyforkids.orghttp://www.timeforkids.comhttp://www.ducksters.com

http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com

Number a piece of notebook paper from 1-7 and answer the following questions. Do not write the questions, just the answers. Entitle the paper “Timeline of Ancient Greece”What do the following abbreviations mean? BC, AD, BCE, CE1. On the timeline (handed out), the dates go from 776 BCE to 146 BCE. Why

do the years go from large to small rather than small to large?2. There are several different beginning and ending dates associated with

“Ancient Greece” depending on what timeline you are referring to. Why?3. What event typically indicates the beginning of the period? The end?4. Label the time periods of Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic on the top bar of

the timeline. 5. What was the Archaic period known for?6. What was the Classical period known for?7. What was the Hellenistic period known for?

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AthensThe Greeks believed that each city-state in Ancient Greece has a god or goddess in charge of it, their special patron. For Athens, the patron was Athena, goddess of wisdom. Athenians were very concerned with education.

SPARTAUnlike Athens, Sparta did not focus on educating their citizens. Instead, Spartans were raised to be great warriors. Men and women were strong and fierce.

Use the following links and the available books to help complete the Athens vs Sparta activity. http://greece.mrdonn.org/ http://www.ancientgreece.com/s/Geography/http://www.historyforkids.org/learn/greeks/government/spartans.htm

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FoodGeography and climate have a great influence of what crops grow in an area. Those factors also influence what types of animals are found there. It can be understood, then, that geography and climate play a large part in determining what foods make up a group’s diet and what types of clothes they may wear.

Use the following links as well as the map to complete the Foods activity. (hand-out)http://greece.mrdonn.org/food.html

http://www.historyforkids.org/learn/greeks/food/greekfood.htm

Don’t forget to lookthrough the books!

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Resourceshttp://www.ancientgreece.com/s/Main_Page/http://upge.wn.com/?t=ancientgreece/index12.txthttp://greece.mrdonn.org/http://www.artsmia.org/world-myths/artbyculture/oceanus_story.htmlhttp://www.historyforkids.org/learn/greeks/government/http://www.schoolsliaison.org.uk/kids/preload.htmhttp://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&tab=wlhttp://www.athensinfoguide.com/gettingarounddismajor.htmhttp://www.metric-conversions.org/length/kilometers-to-miles.htmhttp://www.wingedsandals.com/

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The OdysseyHomer, the great poet and storyteller from 8th century Greece, is credited for the collection of stories about King Odysseus called The Odyssey. This story combined historical figures, fantastical creatures, gods and goddesses, and adventures! Although it is over 2700 years old, The Odyssey is still studied and referenced today.

Follow the links to read about King Odysseus and the trials and tribulations that he and his faithful crew endured. You will use these links to help complete your own adventurous trip! http://greece.mrdonn.org/odyssey.htmlhttp://library.thinkquest.org/6339/lit/literature.htmlhttp://classics.mit.edu/Homer/odyssey.htmlhttp://storynory.com/category/greek-myths/ (audio files!)

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Mythology

http://greece.mrdonn.org/greekgods/index.htmlhttp://www.mythweb.com/http://thanasis.com/major.htm

ArchitectureSimply put, architecture refers to the buildings and artificialstructures of an environment. When we study architecturein relation to an era, as we are with Ancient Greece, we are also talking about the aesthetics of the buildings—how pleasing they are to us.

During the Classical period of Ancient Greece, sculptors, artists, and designers were held in high regards. They were the “rock stars” of the time! Many important structures and temples were built during this time. Some still exist today, although they are mostly in ruins.

There are three (3) distinct styles of columns from Ancient Greek architecture. They are the Doric, Ionian, and Corinthian. Each one has a unique shape and design which was characteristic of the region from which it came. These styles of columns, as well as various structures of Ancient Greece, influenced American architecture. It is amazing that a style has endured over 2500 years! It is worth learning more about.

Use your resources to complete the Architecture Packet.

http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com/wwww/world/euripidesdef.htm

http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com/wwww/world/alexanderdef.htm

Important People