World History: Ancient Greece Lesson

In this full-length World History lesson, explore how Ancient Greece laid the foundations of Western civilization through its political innovation, philosophical inquiry, artistic achievement, and military legacy.

Students will examine the impact of geography, the development of city-states, the rivalry between Athens and Sparta, and the legacy of Alexander the Great. This comprehensive overview covers everything from Homeric epics and the Persian Wars to Greek architecture, democracy, and scientific advancements during the Classical Era.

🧠 Topics Covered:

Geography’s influence on Greek society

Minoan and Mycenaean legacies

Rise of city-states (polis) and Greek government types

Athens vs. Sparta political and military comparison

Persian Wars and Greek unification

Golden Age of Athens under Pericles

Art, architecture, and Greek philosophy (Socrates, Plato, Aristotle)

Alexander the Great and the spread of Hellenistic culture

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🎯 Lesson Objective:
Students will evaluate the major contributions of Ancient Greece and explain how Greek innovations in politics, science, and culture influenced future civilizations.

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