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Marsh. Greek Architecture There are three main characteristics of Greek architecture: columns, carvings, and marble.

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4 Greek Architecture There are three main characteristics of Greek architecture: columns, carvings, and marble.

5 Greek architecture is best characterized by the use of columns.. IONIC Ionic Doric Corinthian

6 Marble and carvings are also important characteristics to Greek architecture. Marble Carvings

7 The famous Greek temple is called the Parthenon. The Supreme Court was modeled after the Parthenon..

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9 Democracy Democracy started in Athens, Greece. There are two different types of democracy: Direct Democracy and Representative Democracy. A direct democracy is a democracy in which citizens vote directly for leaders and on issues. **Athens, Greece is an example of a direct democracy. A representative democracy is a democracy in which citizens choose leaders to represent them. **Our national government is an example of a representative democracy.


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