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Introduction 




The earliest Greek civilizations thrived nearly 4,000 years ago. Yet, their culture still impacts our lives today.

Here are some of the gifts the ancient Greeks gave to the world:

  • Trial by Jury

  • Greek Myths

  • Democracy

  • Tragedy and Comedy

  • Theatre

  • The Olympics


The ancient Greeks did not have one king or queen. They lived in city-states. 

Each city-state was a separate political unit. Daily life was somewhat different in the Greek city-state of Athens, for example, than it was in the city-state of Sparta, or even in Corinth!

TO BE GREEK: The ancient Greeks all spoke the same language. They believed in the same gods. They shared a common heritage. They perceived themselves as Greeks.

TO BE A CITIZEN OF A CITY-STATE: The ancient Greeks referred to themselves, however, as citizens of their individual city-states. Each city-state (polis) had its own personality, goals, laws and customs. Ancient Greeks were very loyal to their city-state.

The ancient Greeks were very proud of their city-state! They were also proud of being Greek. The ancient Greeks were thinkers. They loved to talk. They honored their gods and respected honor. They loved beauty, music, literature, drama, philosophy, politics and art. Welcome to ancient Greece!

 


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