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    AN02a

    Unit02: New Directions in Government and Society

    Ch.05

    Timeline: 20th C. - 4th C. BCE


    FQ: How did Greeces geography contribute to the foundation of a unique civilization?
    Main Idea: Like many (great) civilized societies, before and since, the ancient Greeks were
    impacted by the conditions under which they lived and worked (context). The roots of Greek
    culture can be traced to the interaction of the Mycenaean, Minoan, and Dorian cultures.
    Interaction among these cultures, a unique environment, and the circumstances of daily life
    shaped what was to become the seed of 'Western' civilization.
    CCSS
    I. Context
    A. Time = 20th C.- 5th C. BCE
    B. Place = Balkans, Peloponnese peninsula, ~ area of modern Greece.
    C. Why Important? = Impact on Western world. Western refers to those cultures that are
    significantly influenced by the civilization of ancient Greece and Rome. Among Western
    societies today, we would include much of Europe, portions of the Mediterranean basin,
    the Americas, and Australia, among others.
    II. Geography
    A. Seafaring People
    1. Maritime Fleet Develops.
    2. Communication expands beyond Greek lands.
    3. External Commerce Thrives.
    4. Military Expansion is Possible.
    B. Mountains keep Greeks Divided
    1. Many politically independent City-States.
    2. Limited arable land can only support relatively small population densities.
    C. Moderate Climate
    1. Increased Outdoors Activities
    2. Increased interpersonal communication and interaction.
    3. Public/ Civic life is immensely important.4
    D. Lack of Mineral and Agricultural Resources
    III. Summary: Review map accuracy.
    Materials/Sources: Refer to the course calendar for additional assignments and pertinent due dates.

    World History: Patterns of Interaction

    Student Maps

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