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    • No, ancient Greece was a civilization. The Greeks had cultural traits, a religion, and a language in common, though they spoke many dialects. The basic political unit was the city-state. Conflict between city-stat… See more

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  1. ancient Greek civilization, the period following Mycenaean civilization, which ended about 1200 bce, to the death of Alexander the Great, in 323 bce. It was a period of political, philosophical, artistic, and scientific achievements that formed a legacy with unparalleled influence.

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    What was the earliest period of ancient Greece?
    Little is known about the earliest period of ancient Greek civilization, and many extant writings pertain only to life in Athens. Ancient Greece at its height comprised settlements in Asia Minor, southern Italy, Sicily, and the Greek islands.

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    Why is Greek life called Greek life?
    Why the ‘Greek’ in “Greek life?” Referring to fraternities and sororities as “Greek life” became a thing when students initially convened in 1775 to establish the first fraternity at the College of William and Mary.

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    When did ancient Greece become a civilization?
    Ancient Greek civilization flourished from the period following civilization, which ended about 1200 BCE, to the death of , in 323 BCE. By that time, Greek cultural influence had spread around the Mediterranean and, through Alexander the Great’s campaign of conquest, as far afield as India. Why is ancient Greece important?

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    How did ancient Greece influence our lives today?
    Ancient Greece was a hub of trade, philosophy, athletics, politics, and architecture. Understanding how the Ancient Greeks lived can give us unique insights into how Greek ideas continue to influence out own lives today. About 2,500 years ago, Greece was one of the most important places in the world.

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    How did Ancient Greek culture develop?
    An interest in athletic competition was prevalent in ancient Greek culture, and the first Olympic Games were held in 776 bce. Ancient Greek culture continued on in the writings of its philosophers, notably Plato and Aristotle; its historians, notably Thucydides; and in the literature of Homer, the presumed author of the Iliad and the Odyssey.

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    How has Greek life changed over time?
    While the roots of Greek life are steeped in tradition, modern fraternities and sororities have evolved to meet the changing needs of today’s students. This evolution reflects broader societal changes and a growing emphasis on inclusivity, philanthropy, and professional development.

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      Nov 13, 2013 · Ancient Greek history is most easily understood by dividing it into time periods. The region was already settled, and agriculture initiated, during the Paleolithic era as evidenced by finds at Petralona and Franchthi caves (two of …

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      Ancient Greece at its height comprised settlements in Asia Minor, southern Italy, Sicily, and the Greek islands. It was divided into city-states— Athens and Sparta were among the most powerful—that functioned independently of one another.

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