Ancient Greece
⭐ MasteredAncient Greece gave us the first Olympic Games, democracy and great thinkers like Socrates and Aristotle.
The first Olympics were held in 776 BC.
All about Ancient Greece
Ancient Greece was a collection of city-states, such as Athens and Sparta, that shared a language and culture. Greeks made huge advances in philosophy, science, drama, maths and sport, and many of their ideas still shape the modern world.
Athens developed an early form of democracy in which citizens could take part in decisions. The first Olympic Games were held in Olympia in 776 BC, and the ancient Games were a religious festival honouring Zeus.
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Real-life uses of Ancient Greece
- Understanding the roots of democracy and voting
- Learning the origins of many English words and maths ideas
- Explaining the Olympic Games and its traditions
Frequently asked questions about Ancient Greece
Who were Socrates and Aristotle?
Socrates was a philosopher who asked questions to help people think clearly. Aristotle was his student and wrote about logic, nature, politics and ethics.
Were women allowed to vote in ancient Athens?
No. Only some adult men who were citizens could vote, so Athenian democracy was far more limited than modern democracy.
What was Sparta known for?
Sparta was a warrior city-state that trained its citizens for military service from a young age.