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Classical Civilizations (Greece (Social (Basic distinctions between…
Classical Civilizations
Greece
Interaction
The Greeks often used the Mediterranean sea for trade and travel and ships were often sunk during sea storms.
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Culture and arts
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Main gods included, Zeus, Hera, Athena, Apollo, and more.
The Greek gods were known for deceit, revenge, jealousy, anger, etc. and there are many stories of them punishing mortals for petty reasons.
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Political
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At its peak, Greek civilization had about 200 poleis.
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Economy
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They traded for timber, gold, copper, tin, and grain.
Social
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30% of the Athenian population was enslaved. Only in the nearby silver mines were they regularly abused.
Respected Athenian women were mostly confined to the home and rural women had slightly more freedom.
Rome
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Culture
Borrowed heavily from the Greeks, but many independent inventions as well.
Most contributions in law, bureaucratic administration, finance, and engineering.
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Political
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General assembly had little power, even though it appeared to be a democracy.
Rome was NOT a democracy, even though it was ruled by a monarch.
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Persia
Interaction
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High, dry plateau, and mountains, and the Indian ocean.
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Political
Subjects were allowed the retain their own customs and laws under the supervision of representatives.
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Governors responsible for collecting tribute, providing soldiers, and keeping order.
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Phoenicia
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Culture
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The Greeks developed their alphabet from the Phoenicians, which means they made a mark on history.
Political
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Below the king, matters of government were also carried out by a priestly class and elite households.
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Social
Social hierarchy, including king and elite class above lower members of society.