Introduction to Classical Greece

Because it marked the beginning of written language

Because it saw the rise of civilizations that influenced modern institutions, thought, and culture

Because it was the time when agriculture was first developed

Because it was the era of the first human settlements

Invasions from the Mycenaeans and natural disasters

Lack of trade with other cultures

Overpopulation and famine

Defeat in the Persian Wars

Heavily fortified palaces

Adoption of Minoan culture

Dominance in Greek mythology

Development of democracy

They had advanced plumbing systems.

They were skilled traders who connected with other Mediterranean cultures.

They built large palace complexes.

They created colorful pottery and frescoes.

The Minoans were known for their warrior culture, while the Mycenaeans were known for their peaceful society.

The Mycenaeans adopted elements of Minoan culture, while the Minoans did not adopt Mycenaean culture.

The Minoans developed on mainland Greece, while the Mycenaeans developed on Crete.

The Mycenaeans were skilled traders, while the Minoans were not.

Rome

Egypt

Greece

Persia

Oligarchy

Monarchy

Aristocracy

Direct Democracy

Worship of gods like Zeus and Athena

Development of realistic sculptures

Absence of oral tradition

Domination by a single unified Greek kingdom

The Persian Empire conquered all of Greece.

Athens became a dominant naval power and Sparta's military reputation grew.

Greek city-states lost their independence.

The Minoans regained control of Crete.

Greek

Roman

Egyptian

Persian