1. Culture and Contributions
Ancient Greeks
Culture and Contributions

2. The ancient Greek civilization shares:
A written language
A system of government
Advances in arts and sciences
A common culture

3. Physical Characteristics
Greece is….
On the continent of Europe
Bordered by the Mediterranean Sea
A peninsula
Hilly and mountainous
Limited in rich soil

4. Human Characteristics of the Greeks
Because of their surroundings, ancient Greeks had to adapt. As a result, they became
Farmers
Traders
Shipbuilders

5. Greek Men and Women Greek Men Went to school
Worked for physical strength
Were voting citizens
Played the lyre and other instruments
Greek Women
Took care of children
Learned handicrafts
Did not vote

6. The Olympics Held every four years to honor Zeus
Held atop of Mount Olympus
Only men competed
Winners wore a crown of olive leaves

7. Greece: The birthplace of democracy Democracy – people vote on the issues that effect them.

8. Architecture
The Greeks loved columns and used them often. A most famous example is the Parthenon which sat high above the city.

9. Religion
The Greeks believed in many different gods.
Zeus
Athena

10. The Arts and Sciences Ancient Greeks were Sculptors Potters Scientists
Great thinkers

11. Now, it’s all Greek to you!