1. BELLWORK (9/12): Intro to Greece
Chapter 4; lesson 1
“The Impact of Geography” page 
List two ways the mountainous terrain of Greece impacted their society.
List two ways access to the sea impacted Greece’s development.
“Tyranny in the City-States” page 82 
Define tyrant.
Define oligarchy.
What is a democracy?

2. Ancient Greece
Their control of the Mediterranean led to advances that contributed to the way we live today.

3. Ancient Greece
The Greeks took over the Mediterranean region and contributed greatly to the way we live today.
Ancient Greece included the southern part of Europe’s Balkan Peninsula and islands in the Aegean Sea.
Greece’s mountain ranges protected against invaders but also limited communication.
Greece is surrounded by sea, which encouraged the Greeks to become traders, and expand their empire.

4. Geography of Ancient Greece
Mountain ranges = protection & isolation
Surrounded by sea = allowed the Greeks to become traders, build a navy and expand their empire.

5. Establishing overseas colonies allowed Greeks to spread their culture and political ideas.

6. The Polis
Polis, or city-state, was the political unit of Greek civilization.
Community of people who shared a common identity and goals  independent!
Each polis built their own military and forts to protect them (acropolis)  war was common
Some citizens had political rights (adult males), but others did not (women, children, slaves).

7. Temples and public building were located within the acropolis
Temples and public building were located within the acropolis. The Parthenon, a temple dedicated to Athena, is part of Athens’ Acropolis.
Athens was built near a rocky hill that could easily be fortified and defended
Temples were also built to honor legendary kings.
The Agora, an open area in a Polis, was used a gathering place for citizens to discuss and a marketplace for trade.
The Acropolis (fortified area) provided a place of refuge for citizens during times of war; had access to water

8. Greek Civilization
Main themes throughout Greek civilization: heroes, bravery, honor, dignity, and the love of beauty.
In religion, the Greeks worshiped gods and goddesses
Temple built for Apollo (God of music, prophecy, archery & medicine) – 4th Century B.C.

9. Greek Government
In the 700s BC, tyrants seized power (absolute control  strong military and political influence)
Greeks believed in the rule of law! (Tyrants insulted this ideal!)
As a result, in 500s BC, city-states became either:
Oligarchy: rule by a few
Democracy: rule by the citizens

10. Greek City-States Two major city-states in ancient Greece: Sparta
Oligarchy
Warlike society
Men & Women contributed
Athens
Freer society known for artistic/intellectual achievements
Democracy allowed citizens to assemble, hold public office, vote, own property, court rights, etc.

11. BELLWORK: September 14th
What is a polis? List two examples of a polis!
THINKER: Based on what we’ve learned so far, what makes Ancient Greece different than all other civilizations we’ve studied?

12. Greek Civilization & Culture
Greeks are most known for their contribution to modern society.
Including classical art, architecture, drama, philosophy, history, science, and the Olympic games.
Today, you will focus on one specific aspect of culture!

13. GRAFFITI BOARD
Students will be broken up into seven groups and given a specific aspect of Greek Civilization to focus on.
After reading the handout, fill out your assigned row!
Then, your group will take all your knowledge of the topic and transfer it onto the graffiti board.
On the graffiti board you should write facts, draw pictures, sketch important concepts or reiterate ideas about your value.
Do NOT just copy information from the handout.
Should be large scale, organized, legible! Keep it neat!
It is your blank canvas, do whatever you like. It should be a free expression of your knowledge. BE CREATIVE! Everyone must contribute!
You may use your phone/book for additional references and ideas.
After the class is finished, you will present your graffiti board. Make sure you are knowledgeable on your topic – you are teaching it!

14. REVIEW: Steps for completion…
Read the handout (you may write on it!)
Work as a group to fill out your row of the worksheet – focus on main ideas!
Have a group representative check your work with Ms. Bruggeman
After I review your work, I will give you a piece of poster paper
Create your Graffiti board poster!
Divide, practice, and organize the presentation
Present!