Saturday, August 31, 2013

Greek Words and Phrases

Greek words and Phrases

agora- the marketplace of Athens.

arĂȘte- a pointy mountain ridge.

polis- a Greek city

The year 508 BC- The city of Athens was established in this year.

Socrates- a phosphor from Athens.

The death of Socrates- He was killed because he criticized Critias, the tyrant of Athens told him must either drink poison or be excused.

The Socratic method- Is a method of discussion between people by asking and answering questions to stimulate critical thinking.

What the ancient Greeks meant if they called you an idiot- An idiot to Ancient Greeks is a person who is private and secretive.

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