Shared Flashcard Set

Details

Classical Civilizations
classical civilizations
19
Social Studies
6th Grade
12/18/2015

Additional Social Studies Flashcards

 


 

Cards

Term
andron
Definition
a room in a Greek house set aside for men
Term
borders
Definition
geographical boundaries between countries
Term
citizenship
Definition
a native or naturalized member of a state or nation who owes allegiance to its government and is entitled to its protection
Term
city-state
Definition
a city that with its surrounding territory forms an independent state
Term
classical
Definition
regarded as representing the highest standard
Term
classical civilization
Definition
an advanced state of development in human society, marked by progress in the arts and sciences, the extensive use of record-keeping, including writing, and the appearance of complex political and social institutions
Term
democracy
Definition
a form of government in which people choose leaders by voting
Term
dynasty
Definition
a family of rulers who rule over a country for a long period of time
Term
empire
Definition
a group of countries or regions that are controlled by one ruler or one government
Term
Golden Age
Definition
a period of period of peace, prosperity, and cultural achievements
Term
gynaeceum
Definition
rooms in a Greek house set aside for women
Term
krater
Definition
a large vase used to mix wine and water in Ancient Greece
Term
monarchy
Definition
a form of government with a king or queen at the head who inherits the position due to his/her family
Term
oligarchy
Definition
a small group of people having control of a country
Term
periodization
Definition
dividing a subject into historical eras for purposes of analysis and study
Term
republic
Definition
a country that is governed by elected representatives and by an elected leader (such as a president) rather than by an inherited king or queen
Term
source
Definition
to explain and evaluate the origin of a document, text or website
Term
symposium
Definition
gathering where men drank together, conversed, and enjoyed themselves usually following a dinner
Term
tyrant
Definition
a cruel and oppressive ruler
Supporting users have an ad free experience!