What was a key characteristic of the political structure of ancient Greece?

It was divided into independent city-states.

Describe the significance of Athens in the context of ancient Greek politics.

Athens was significant because it developed the first large-scale democracy, giving citizens representation and political power.

The military helped expand the Greek Empire by establishing colonies overseas and protecting Greece from invaders.

War heroes were celebrated through literary works like 'The Iliad' and through the creation of the Olympics.

Sculptural works (like standing figures and reliefs) and structures with distinct column types (like the Parthenon) were significant.

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I can describe key features of life in Ancient Greece.

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“Name three key features of life in Ancient Greece.”