greek mythology Crossword Puzzles
greek 2021-01-20
55 Clues: go • ten • law • god • and • see • say • son • man • send • gift • lead • boat • take • work • have • lord • life • save • hear • face • word • book • know • teach • death • field • angel • blind • write • raise • throw • world • demon • judge • child • house • stone • slave • Jesus • place • carry • bread • temple • heaven • suffer • remain • sinner • gospel • apostle • destroy • brother • believe • baptize • teacher
greek 2021-10-06
greek 2021-10-06
Greek 2021-05-06
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- goddess of wisdom
- goddess of love
- the messenger god
- god of the underworld
- goddess of the moon
- god of celebration
- god of the sea
- people who had the right to participate in the government
- goddess of agriculture
- a high hill which a fortress often stood upon
- a leader who held power through the use of force
- the time period that marked great achievements
- poet who made the Iliad and the Odyssey
- the Greek word for a city-state
- most famous lyric poet
- short stories that teach the reader lessons about life or give advice on how to live
- a body of stories about gods and heroes that try to explain how the world works
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- god of metalworking
- the king of the gods
- rich landowners
- the first people to live in Greece
- goddess of the hearth
- the first Greeks
- a government in which people rule themselves
- a brilliant elected leader who led the government from 460 BC to 429 BC
- a person who was famous for his fables
- god of the sun
- god of war
- queen of the gods
- a government in which only a few people have power
30 Clues: god of war • god of the sea • god of the sun • goddess of love • rich landowners • the first Greeks • goddess of wisdom • the messenger god • queen of the gods • god of celebration • god of metalworking • goddess of the moon • the king of the gods • god of the underworld • goddess of the hearth • goddess of agriculture • most famous lyric poet • the Greek word for a city-state • ...
Greek 2022-01-10
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- category of greek performer
- the major festival
- first great theorist of dramatic art
- place of seeing
- a man of noble stature
- used to refer to actors today
- something to shock the audience
- a very wealthy city
- a monster sent by hera
- category of greek performer
- song sung by chorus
- the father of western philosophy
- category of greek performer
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- category of greek performer
- the god of wine
- The arrangements of the events
- the iiliad and oddysessy
- origin of word scene
- wrote around 123 plays
- imitation of a action
- how speech reveals character
- ancient greek word for king
- means dance in greek
- early known playwright and actor
- an act of injustice
- in the middle of the orchestra
- the greek word to do or act
- Their motivation drives the play.
- part man part goat
- usage of words to express fault
30 Clues: the god of wine • place of seeing • the major festival • part man part goat • an act of injustice • a very wealthy city • song sung by chorus • origin of word scene • means dance in greek • imitation of a action • wrote around 123 plays • a man of noble stature • a monster sent by hera • the iiliad and oddysessy • category of greek performer • category of greek performer • ...
Greek 2023-08-29
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- πριν από τη Δευτέρα
- bread
- never
- milk
- tomorrow
- pasta
- vinegar
- beer
- never
- always
- now
- flour
- pepper
- beef
- already
- early
- juice
- pork
- μετά από την Τετάρτη
- cured meat
- salt
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- wine
- today
- after
- often
- rarely
- meat
- chicken
- then
- oil
- late
- minced meat
- the day after tomorrow
- yoghurt
- when
- cheese
- before
- fish
- butter
- immediately
- rice
- legumes/pulses
- this year
- sugar
- egg
- whenever
46 Clues: oil • now • egg • wine • meat • milk • then • late • beer • when • fish • beef • rice • pork • salt • today • bread • after • often • never • pasta • never • flour • early • juice • sugar • rarely • cheese • always • before • butter • pepper • chicken • vinegar • yoghurt • already • tomorrow • whenever • this year • cured meat • minced meat • immediately • legumes/pulses • πριν από τη Δευτέρα • μετά από την Τετάρτη • the day after tomorrow
The Greek World 2014-03-28
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- Greek philosopher known for logic and reasoning
- An agreement to work together
- War between Athens and Sparta
- Unit of soldiers who ride horses
- Expanded the borders of the Persian Empire
- King of Macedonia
- Great Greek doctor
- The first ruler of the Persian Empire
- Greek philosopher who was a student of Socrates
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- Led the second invasion of Greece
- Group of warriors who stood close together in a square
- One of the greatest conquerors in history
- Series of wars between Persia and Greece
- Greek mathematician
- Greek philosopher who taught by asking questions
- Clear or order based thinking
- Greek-like, or influenced by Greek ideas
17 Clues: King of Macedonia • Great Greek doctor • Greek mathematician • An agreement to work together • War between Athens and Sparta • Clear or order based thinking • Unit of soldiers who ride horses • Led the second invasion of Greece • The first ruler of the Persian Empire • Series of wars between Persia and Greece • Greek-like, or influenced by Greek ideas • ...
Gods 2018-07-02
17 Clues: mountain • god of war • god of dead • mum in greek • dad in greek • how many gods • mother of gods • god of the sea • house in greek • father of gods • goddess of hunt • the mechanic god • gods in greek (males) • gods in greek (females) • goddess of house, family • goddess of beauty and love • messenger of gods, god of merch
Greek 2021-05-14
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- Wealthy trading culture located on the island Crete. They exported pottery, wine, olive oil and metals.
- a marble temple in the Acropolis built to honor the goddess Athena.
- questioned people’s values and beliefs.
- Long poem that tells the story of a legendary hero or historical figured
- land surrounded by water on three sides.
- Every citizen is allowed to vote on government issues. Democracy means ruled by the people.
- Famous Greek Poet who wrote epic poetry about legendary heroes.
- the search for wisdom and the right way to live.
- A small group of the richest citizens control the decision making and government
- olympus Located in northern Greece, where gods and goddesses lived.
- walled hill where Greeks sought safety during an attack.
- sheltered place along the coast for ships and fishing boats.
- located NE of Greece. Separated by mountains. They practiced the first form of democracy.
- largest, militaristic, Greek city-state.
- single ruler
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- War- War fought between Athens and Sparta from 431 BC to 404 BC.
- A person who has rights and responsibilities to his own country.
- Responsible for giving ALL citizens a say in government, rich or poor.
- the Great- In nine years, he won control over the largest empire of his day. Alexandria in Greece had an agora, theaters, temples, a stadium and a gymnasium. One of its first lighthouses was one of the seven wonders of the world.
- conquered Crete and took over the Minoans valuable goods.
- trade product in the ancient world.
- Greek city-state
- farmers gathered here to trade with craftworkers. Town meetings and trials also took place here
- law-making body of government.
- skilled public speaker.
25 Clues: single ruler • Greek city-state • skilled public speaker. • law-making body of government. • trade product in the ancient world. • questioned people’s values and beliefs. • land surrounded by water on three sides. • largest, militaristic, Greek city-state. • the search for wisdom and the right way to live. • walled hill where Greeks sought safety during an attack. • ...
greek 2021-10-06
Greek 2022-11-03
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- Hestia gave her throne up for him
- Ares was the god of
- Hera's realm
- Only god with a disability
- Queen of the gods
- Hephaestus' roman name
- Kidnapped by Hades
- Goddess of hearth and home
- Hades' realm
- Hestia's roman name
- Would fight on both sides
- Hermes' roman name
- Dionysus' roman name
- Hera's roman name
- God of the sea and earthquakes
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- Zeus' roman name
- Messenger of the gods
- Aphrodite's roman name
- Ares' roman name
- Famous for his oracles
- Posiden's symbol
- Goddess of wisdom and war
- Goddess of crops and harvest
- Athena's roman name
- Goddess of hunting
- Aphrodite was the goddess of love and ______
- King of the gods
- Hera's symbol
- Demeter's roman names were Ceres or _____
- Artemis' roman name
- Poseidon's roman name
- Goddess of love and beauty
32 Clues: Hera's realm • Hades' realm • Hera's symbol • Zeus' roman name • Ares' roman name • Posiden's symbol • King of the gods • Queen of the gods • Hera's roman name • Goddess of hunting • Kidnapped by Hades • Hermes' roman name • Ares was the god of • Athena's roman name • Artemis' roman name • Hestia's roman name • Dionysus' roman name • Messenger of the gods • Poseidon's roman name • Aphrodite's roman name • ...
Q2 WHI Benchmark 2023-12-18
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- Simplest Greek column
- Greek goddess of wisdom
- War between Greece and Persia
- Neolithic sites in England
- Lower class Romans
- Vedas
- Invented the alphabet
- Roman AND Greek god
- Illiad and Odyssey
- Northern River in China
- First used fire
- First Roman Emperor
- Defeated, giving Rome control of the Mediterranean Sea
- Spread Greek Culture
- Euclid
- Killed in 44 BCE
- Spread Buddhism across Asia
- Middle Greek column
- Western river in India
- Could be used to find the age of an Oracle Bone
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- Greek Civil War
- Harmony with nature
- Invaded by Hannibal when he crossed the Alps
- Athenian Leader
- Aristotle and Plato
- Salamis and Marathon were part of this war
- Ancient Indian city
- Four Noble Truths
- Sea that separates Africa and Europe
- Developed agriculture
- Land between the Tigris and Euphrates
- Roman prosperity, unity and peace
- Civilization along the Nile
- Invented by the Hebrews
- Ten Commandments
- Complex Greek column
- Upper class Romans
- Carried water into Roman cities
- Phidias
39 Clues: Vedas • Euclid • Phidias • Greek Civil War • Athenian Leader • First used fire • Ten Commandments • Killed in 44 BCE • Four Noble Truths • Lower class Romans • Illiad and Odyssey • Upper class Romans • Harmony with nature • Aristotle and Plato • Ancient Indian city • Roman AND Greek god • First Roman Emperor • Middle Greek column • Complex Greek column • Spread Greek Culture • Simplest Greek column • ...
Greece vs. Rome 2021-02-19
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- Who was the first king of Rome?
- What religion were the Romans?
- Who was the first king of Greek?
- What was Greece know for?
- Who is the weakest Greek god?
- Who had the god named Hades?
- What was Rome know for?
- What is another name for Rome?
- What pet was popular in Rome?
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- What pet was popular in Greece?
- Who was the first roman god?
- Corinth of 146 BC also known as?
- What date was when Rome won Punic war?
- What did Greece use for making cloths?
- Who had chariots for war?
- Which flag has blue?
- Who won the Punic war?
- Who was the first Greek god?
- Who is the strongest Greek god?
- Who was here first Greek or Romans?
20 Clues: Which flag has blue? • Who won the Punic war? • What was Rome know for? • Who had chariots for war? • What was Greece know for? • Who was the first roman god? • Who had the god named Hades? • Who was the first Greek god? • Who is the weakest Greek god? • What pet was popular in Rome? • What religion were the Romans? • What is another name for Rome? • What pet was popular in Greece? • ...
A GAME OF TWO CROSSWORDS 2017-04-09
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- It is an iron steel bar that is wedge-shaped at the working end for use as a pry or lever.
- It is a weapons used in the past, consisting of a long pole with a blade at the end.
- It is a large,usually closed four wheels.
- This is called a French dignitary.
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- It is a hot or cold drink.
- This is what you call cried or hailed loudly
- It's steel blades at the muzzle end of a shoulder arm.
- This is a male given name.
- This is any of the three snake-haired sisters in the Greek mythology whose apperance turns the beholder to a stone.
- It's called a large or disorderly crowd.
10 Clues: It is a hot or cold drink. • This is a male given name. • This is called a French dignitary. • It's called a large or disorderly crowd. • It is a large,usually closed four wheels. • This is what you call cried or hailed loudly • It's steel blades at the muzzle end of a shoulder arm. • It is a weapons used in the past, consisting of a long pole with a blade at the end. • ...
Magical Creatures 1 2023-07-15
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- A small, magical being often associated with nature and granting wishes.
- A winged horse from Greek mythology.
- A legendary creature with wings and the ability to breathe fire.
- A creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse.
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- A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle.
- A halfhuman, halffish creature that dwells in the sea.
- A tiny, mischievous creature often portrayed as having wings and magical abilities.
- A mythical creature with a single horn on its forehead. Unicorn
- A small, humanoid creature that lives underground and is known for its craftsmanship.
- mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes.
10 Clues: A winged horse from Greek mythology. • mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes. • A halfhuman, halffish creature that dwells in the sea. • A mythical creature with a single horn on its forehead. Unicorn • A legendary creature with wings and the ability to breathe fire. • A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. • ...
Iliad word puzzle cross 2023-10-20
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- "Excellence," "Fulfillment," or "Virtue." Although Arete is also a person or mythological character, Arete is also the Greek goddess of virtue, goodness, and knowledge.
- The fates Greekeek mythology
- gods intervening in human affairs
- The lesser goddess of Zeus
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- "god from the machine" (God made it happen)
- expansive comparison of 2 non-similar things
- *allotter* measured the thread allotted to each person with her measuring rod
- a descriptive adjective or phrase used repeatedly with or in place of a name
- *spinner* a spun thread of life from her distaff onto her spindle
- *unturning* the cutter of the thread of life; also chose the time and manner of a persons death
10 Clues: The lesser goddess of Zeus • The fates Greekeek mythology • gods intervening in human affairs • "god from the machine" (God made it happen) • expansive comparison of 2 non-similar things • *spinner* a spun thread of life from her distaff onto her spindle • a descriptive adjective or phrase used repeatedly with or in place of a name • ...
7th Grade Vocab Unit 7 words 11-20 2024-11-14
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- The camp counselors ___ that the job they had last summer will be theirs again this summer.
- The ___ guards paced back and forth in front of the barracks.
- Being chosen for the team was a ___ event in our lives.
- It is a ___ to say that youth is wasted on the young.
- Unfortunately the speaker had a ___ appointment and could not meet with the class.
- Dad knows his way around the kitchen and is quite the ___ cook.
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- It is wonderful to watch animals ___ their young.
- The audience erupted in a ___ of laughter.
- The witness was convicted of ___ and sentence to two years in prison.
- In Greek mythology, characters fear the ___ of the gods.
10 Clues: The audience erupted in a ___ of laughter. • It is wonderful to watch animals ___ their young. • It is a ___ to say that youth is wasted on the young. • Being chosen for the team was a ___ event in our lives. • In Greek mythology, characters fear the ___ of the gods. • The ___ guards paced back and forth in front of the barracks. • ...
legends 2021-02-25
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- very very bony
- where was Mulan?
- war greek godess
- giant wall blocking the water
- sky and lightning Greek god
- dangerous bull human
- courage and war Greek god
- water greek god
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- he is a medival king
- long necked sea creature
- underworld greek god
- china’s bravest girl
- leader of Muses Greek god
- where was the minotaur
- rainbows Greek godess
15 Clues: very very bony • water greek god • where was Mulan? • war greek godess • he is a medival king • underworld greek god • dangerous bull human • china’s bravest girl • rainbows Greek godess • where was the minotaur • long necked sea creature • leader of Muses Greek god • courage and war Greek god • sky and lightning Greek god • giant wall blocking the water
The Greek World 2014-03-28
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- Greek philosopher who taught by asking questions
- Great Greek doctor
- Greek philosopher known for logic and reasoning
- War between Athens and Sparta
- Expanded the borders of the Persian Empire
- An agreement to work together
- Group of warriors who stood close together in a square
- Greek-like, or influenced by Greek ideas
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- The first ruler of the Persian Empire
- Greek mathematician
- Clear or order based thinking
- One of the greatest conquerors in history
- Greek philosopher who was a student of Socrates
- Series of wars between Persia and Greece
- Unit of soldiers who ride horses
- King of Macedonia
- Led the second invasion of Greece
17 Clues: King of Macedonia • Great Greek doctor • Greek mathematician • Clear or order based thinking • War between Athens and Sparta • An agreement to work together • Unit of soldiers who ride horses • Led the second invasion of Greece • The first ruler of the Persian Empire • Series of wars between Persia and Greece • Greek-like, or influenced by Greek ideas • ...
Η ΤΑΒΕΡΝΑ 2015-06-09
32 Clues: MENU • MENU • FISH • WINE • PORK • RICE • LAMB • STEAK • DRINK • WATER • WAITER • DONUTS • TAVERN • I WANT • CHICKEN • DESSERT • ENTREES • SAUSAGE • CALAMARI • SOUBLAKI • GREEK DIP • ICE-CREAM • THE TABLE • SPAGHETTI • MEATBALLS • CAVIER DIP • GREEK LASAGNE • ΠΙΑΤΟ MAIN MEAL • CHEESE PASTRIES • ΤΗΓΑΝΗΤΕΣ CHIPS • ΣΑΛΑΤΑ GREEK SALAD • GREEK DISH WITH EGGPLANT AND MINCE MEAT
WHI.5 Greece-People 2022-11-09
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- Greek physician who is known as the father of modern medicine. Today people in the medical profession are required to take the Hippocratic Oath.
- Greek sculptor who is known for the statue of Athena in the Parthenon.
- Greek scientist and mathematician known for developing the lever and pulley as well as accurately estimating pi
- Father of Alexander the Great who conquered most of Greece.
- Greek historian known as the father of history. He wrote about the Persian Wars and said that we must re-search in order to accurately portray history.
- Macedonian conqueror. He expanded his power into Africa and to the border of India. Considered one of the greatest conquerors of all time. He named many cities in the lands he conquered after himself: Alexandria.
- Greek philosopher who argued people must use question and reasoning to find the truth in things. He was condemned to death. Rather than let the government kill him, he poisoned himself with hemlock. He was also a teacher of Plato.
- Greek ruler who ended the policy of debt slavery
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- Greek mathematician known for his work with triangles. He developed the Pythagorean Theorem.
- Blind Greek poet known for his epics: "The Iliad and The Odyssey."
- Greek historian who wrote about the Peloponnesian Wars. He said that in order to provide accurate history, scholars must avoid bias in their research.
- Greek playwright who is known for his play Prometheus Bound.
- Greek philosopher who believed logic needed to be used to find the golden mean. He was also a teacher of Alexander the Great.
- Greek mathematician known for his work in geometry. As such, he is called the father of geometry. His work is collected in a book called "The Elements"
- Greek leader who led Athens into a golden age.
- Greek tyrant known for his extreme policies such as debt slavery
- Greek playwright who is known for his play Oedipus
- Greek philosopher who is known for his strong beliefs on government. These can be found in his text "The Republic." He was also a teacher of Aristotle.
18 Clues: Greek leader who led Athens into a golden age. • Greek ruler who ended the policy of debt slavery • Greek playwright who is known for his play Oedipus • Father of Alexander the Great who conquered most of Greece. • Greek playwright who is known for his play Prometheus Bound. • Greek tyrant known for his extreme policies such as debt slavery • ...
General Science Keywords 2023-03-16
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- βίο: Greek for life and λογία: Greek for explanation
- geō: Greek for Earth and chēm(ía): Greek for alchemy
- húdōr: Greek for water and sphēra: Latin for globe
- geō: Greek for Earth and spati(um): Latin for space
- βίο: Greek for life and sphēra: Latin for globe
- húdōr: Greek for water and λογία: Greek for explanation
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- atmós: Greek for vapor/smoke and sphēra: Latin for globe
- anthro: Greek for human and sphēra: Latin for globe
- krýos: Greek for frost and sphēra: Latin for globe
- geō: Greek for Earth and λογία: Greek for explanation
- geō: Greek for Earth and sphēra: Latin for globe
- geō: Greek for Earth and physica: Latin for natural science
- anthro: Greek for human and λογία: Greek for explanation
13 Clues: βίο: Greek for life and sphēra: Latin for globe • geō: Greek for Earth and sphēra: Latin for globe • krýos: Greek for frost and sphēra: Latin for globe • húdōr: Greek for water and sphēra: Latin for globe • anthro: Greek for human and sphēra: Latin for globe • geō: Greek for Earth and spati(um): Latin for space • βίο: Greek for life and λογία: Greek for explanation • ...
Magical Creatures 2024-08-25
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- This creature is half-human, half-horse..
- This creature is a large, serpent-like sea monster..
- This creature is a small, winged horse..
- This creature is a bird that is reborn from its ashes..
- This creature has wings and breathes fire..
- This creature is a small, mischievous being often found in folklore..
- This creature is a giant, often found in Norse mythology..
- This horse-like creature has a single horn..
- This small, magical being has wings and grants wishes..
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- This creature is a large, fire-breathing lizard from Chinese mythology..
- This creature is a ghostly apparition often found in haunted places..
- This creature is a giant, stone guardian from Jewish folklore..
- This creature is a large, winged serpent from Aztec mythology..
- This creature is a shape-shifting being from Japanese folklore..
- This creature is a half-woman, half-fish..
- This creature is a large, winged lion with a human face..
- This creature is a large, hairy humanoid found in North American folklore..
- This creature is a giant bird that can create storms..
- This creature is a small, green being from Irish folklore..
- This creature is a giant, one-eyed monster..
20 Clues: This creature is a small, winged horse.. • This creature is half-human, half-horse.. • This creature is a half-woman, half-fish.. • This creature has wings and breathes fire.. • This horse-like creature has a single horn.. • This creature is a giant, one-eyed monster.. • This creature is a large, serpent-like sea monster.. • ...
Quizword December 2015-12-10
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- Sambhaji is purportedly the new name of which Indian capital city?
- Set up in 1843 to oppose Britain's protectionist corn laws
- Guns and Thighs, the story of my life is this Bollywood director's recently published autobiography
- How we better Mohammed Emwazi
- The only female manifestation of Vishnu
- In Iron Man 2 he offers to brief Tony Stark on a new electric jet he has in mind
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- In Greek mythology if Ambrosia is the food of the gods and nectar their drink, then this is Ichor
- Planet Dagobah is the site of exile of this Master
- Also known as the Law of the Vital Few
- Puku, Lechwe, Roan and Duiker are all types of this animal?
10 Clues: How we better Mohammed Emwazi • Also known as the Law of the Vital Few • The only female manifestation of Vishnu • Planet Dagobah is the site of exile of this Master • Set up in 1843 to oppose Britain's protectionist corn laws • Puku, Lechwe, Roan and Duiker are all types of this animal? • Sambhaji is purportedly the new name of which Indian capital city? • ...
MOON 2022-12-29
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- In greek mythology who is the goddess of moon?
- What is the dark plain surface of lower elavation on the Moon called as?
- what was the first moon rover ?
- what is the theory which states that the moon was formed elsewhere and was captured by the Earth's gravity?
- What is the phenomenon when the moon gets in between the Earth and the Sun?
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- India's first mission to study moon is called as?
- A second full moon in a month of a common calendar is called?
- What is the surface layer(Soil) of the moon is?
- What is the tallest mountain on the Moon?
- Who was the first Italian scientist to observe the craters on the moon?
10 Clues: what was the first moon rover ? • What is the tallest mountain on the Moon? • In greek mythology who is the goddess of moon? • What is the surface layer(Soil) of the moon is? • India's first mission to study moon is called as? • A second full moon in a month of a common calendar is called? • Who was the first Italian scientist to observe the craters on the moon? • ...
Magical Creatures 1 2023-07-15
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- A winged horse from Greek mythology.
- A mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes.
- A halfhuman, halffish creature that dwells in the sea.
- A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle.
- A tiny, mischievous creature often portrayed as having wings and magical abilities.
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- A creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse.
- A small, humanoid creature that lives underground and is known for its craftsmanship.
- A mythical creature with a single horn on its forehead.
- A legendary creature with wings and the ability to breathe fire.
- A small, magical being often associated with nature and granting wishes.
10 Clues: A winged horse from Greek mythology. • A mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes. • A halfhuman, halffish creature that dwells in the sea. • A mythical creature with a single horn on its forehead. • A legendary creature with wings and the ability to breathe fire. • A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. • ...
Roman Poets: Ovid 2024-05-03
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- Man loved by the nymph Echo
- Woman pursued by Apollo
- Vergil's poem about Rome which Ovid praised
- Queen of Carthage rejected by Aeneas
- Man turned into a deer by Diana
- Jason's rejected wife
- Woman turned into a spider by Athena
- Ovid's poem on mythology
- Another word for banishment
- Ovid's place of birth
- Ovid's place of banishment
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- Princess abandoned by Theseus
- City that Dido founded
- Ovid's poems from the POV of female characters
- A wealthy person who supports a poet
- Theme of Ovid's epic mythology poem
- Type of literature meant to teach or instruct
- Ovid's poem on love advice
- Ovid's name in Latin
- The Roman emperor during Ovid's time
20 Clues: Ovid's name in Latin • Jason's rejected wife • Ovid's place of birth • City that Dido founded • Woman pursued by Apollo • Ovid's poem on mythology • Ovid's poem on love advice • Ovid's place of banishment • Man loved by the nymph Echo • Another word for banishment • Princess abandoned by Theseus • Man turned into a deer by Diana • Theme of Ovid's epic mythology poem • ...
1st 9 Weeks Vocab - 7th Grade 2013-08-22
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- / Ancient Greek epic poet who is believed to have written the Iliad and the Odyssey?
- / Beautiful and charismatic queen of Egypt. Mistress of Julius Caesar and later of Mark Antony; killed herself to avoid capture by Octavian?
- / The Roman politician and general was an ally of Julius Caesar and the main rival of his successor Octavian (later Augustus). With those two men he was integral to Rome's transition from republic to empire. His romantic and political alliance with the Egyptian queen Cleopatra was his ultimate undoing?
- / In Ancient Rome this consisted of three branches: the executive which was run by two consuls, the legislative which was run by the Roman senate, and the judicial which was run by the assembly.
- / Religion that believes in the Four Vedas and Reincarnation?
- / A form of government where power is passed automatically from one generation to the next. Types included Absolute and Constitutional?
- / Ordinary citizen class of Rome?
- / Macedonian king that conquered most of the known World. His empire united many cultures under a common Greek language and culture. His military tactics are still studied to this day?
- / The system in which each branch of government has certain powers over the other two branches so that no one branch becomes too powerful?
- / A written work or play performed in Ancient Greece known for using humor, satire, and happy conclusions?
- / Created in Rome, it was a man-made bridge or channel used to transport water and sewage from one location to another?
- / Highest mountain in Greece and considered to be the home of the Gods in Greek Mythology?
- / Form of government in which the citizens vote in person on laws in their community?
- / Title for a Roman Emperor?
- / Roman legislative branch based on the idea that regular citizens would pass legislation, not elected representatives. Examples include Curia, Tribes, and Centuries?
- / Religion that believes in the teachings of Mohammed, follows the Koran, and believes in the Five Pillars?
- / Highest elected office of the Roman Republic?
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- / Religion founded by Siddhartha that believes in the Four Noble Truths?
- / A form of government in which a religious institution or leader assumes full power over its civilians?
- / Temporary political alliances between three leaders amongst Roman elite?
- / Emperor of Rome who adopted the Christian faith and stopped the persecution of Christians?
- / Greek philosopher whose writings would influence scientific observations and political theories. He created the school called Lyceum, taught his pupils the "golden mean", and divided governments into three categories: Monarchy, oligarchy, and democracy?
- / A form of government in which citizens elect representatives to make governmental decisions for them?
- / A form of government in which one ruler assumes absolute power and is not limited by the law of the land. Typically the ruler takes power by force?
- / An astronomer tool used to map directionality and location based on the Sun, Moon, and the stars. Developed in Ancient Greece and evolved into an important exploration tool?
- / Public market, mall, and meeting place in Athens where men would come to discuss politics and philosophy?
- / Religion that believes that Jesus is the son of God, which is taught to them through the Bible?
- / Ancient Greek philosopher who believed that philosopher kings should rule over the people and rejected the idea of democracy?
- / The first set of written laws on tablets in the Roman Republic that described the rights of each person?
- / Ancient Greek philosopher created a type of teaching used today that involves questioning the students until they figure out the information for themselves?
- / Open air venues created in Ancient Greece used for entertainment and performances?
- / Greek city-state known for being elite soldiers?
- / A written plan of government
- / A written work or play performed in Ancient Greece known for its serious tone and its portrayal of human suffering?
- / A form of government is which a small group of people assume power. Power can be taken by force or through inheritance?
- / Roman General that expanded the Roman Republic through a series of battles across Europe before declaring himself dictator for life. He died famously on the steps of the Senate at the hands of political rivals?
- / Religion founded by Abraham that follows the Torah?
- / A battle in 490 BC in which the Athenians and their allies defeated the Persian Army?
- / City that separates to form an independent state with its own culture and government structure?
- / Sacred stories passed on from generation to generation explaining the past and how the world and humans came to be?
- / This is the feeling of responsibility towards your country or nation. This can include military service, being a law-abiding citizen, and voting?
- / Political and lawmaking institution in Rome that consisted mostly of wealthy members in society?
- / Large constructed public buildings that were used to conduct business and legal matters in Ancient Rome?
43 Clues: / Title for a Roman Emperor? • / A written plan of government • / Ordinary citizen class of Rome? • / Highest elected office of the Roman Republic? • / Greek city-state known for being elite soldiers? • / Religion founded by Abraham that follows the Torah? • / Religion that believes in the Four Vedas and Reincarnation? • ...
Dark Academaia 2021-12-13
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- an ancient language(5)
- Greek goddess of marriage(4)
- a hot bean drink(6)
- Artemis’ Roman counterpart
- Greek moon goddess(7)
- Melody or harmony(5)
- an Elisabethan playwright(11)
- Greek god of the sea(8)
- a musical instrument with keys(5)
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- Greek goddess of strategy(6)
- Limericks and sonnets(6)
- book collection(7)
- part of Oxbridge(6)
- a collection of trees(6)
- Sherlock Holmes’ instrument(6)
- study of the past(7)
- From Athens(5)
- the opposite of sun(4)
- hot infusion(3)
19 Clues: From Athens(5) • hot infusion(3) • book collection(7) • a hot bean drink(6) • part of Oxbridge(6) • study of the past(7) • Melody or harmony(5) • Greek moon goddess(7) • an ancient language(5) • the opposite of sun(4) • Greek god of the sea(8) • Limericks and sonnets(6) • a collection of trees(6) • Artemis’ Roman counterpart • Greek goddess of strategy(6) • Greek goddess of marriage(4) • ...
History of Greek Theatre- William Shack 2021-03-01
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- God of wine and fertility; god in which humans presented Greek drama at festivals
- An altar placed in the middle of the orchestra
- Emphasized the attempts of human characters to control their own destinies
- Earliest known playwright and actor
- Worn by all performers except musicians
- Sixth characteristic of a tragedy; Something to shock the audience
- The backstory or introduction
- A man of noble stature; Main character of a tragedy whos fall results from committing "an act of injustice"
- Comes from the Greek verb meaning "to do" or "to act."
- Ancient Greek word for a king who did not inherit their throne, but had taken it; Did not have the negative connotations that the word tyrant does today
- Wrote about 123 plays, with only 7 surviving
- Very wealthy city; had huge advances during the 5th century
- One of the four performer categories; the word in Greek means dance
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- Part lion, part eagle, and part woman sent by the goddess Hera to protect the city of Thebes
- The first great theorist of dramatic art, who defined the word tragedy in his work "Poetics"
- "Imitation of an action that is serious and also, as having magnitude, complete in itself; ..in a dramatic rather than narrative form;"
- Religious and civic celebration where theatrical performances were given as offerings from the city to Dionysus
- songs sung by the chorus that separate several episodes
- A creature in classical mythology who was part man and part goat, famous for being drunk and sexual
- First characteristic of a tragedy; The arrangements of the events in the play
- Fifth characteristic of a tragedy; Song sung by chorus, and should be part of the plot
- Caused by the tragic flaw, typically leads to a gain in self-knowledge and wisdom
- Seat in the center of the seating area, reserved for the Priest of Dionysus Eleutherios
- Fourth characteristic of a tragedy; Usage of words to express thought
- Meaning "hut or tent," was on the side of the orchestra opposite to the audience
- Third characteristic of a tragedy; How speech reveals character
- One of the four performer categories; could play multiple roles
- A flat terrace below the slope of the hill; dancing space
- Second characteristic of a tragedy; Support the plot, drive the play with their motivation
- Source of the word "theater," and means place of seeing
- A fault of character in the tragic hero such as pride or jealousy
31 Clues: The backstory or introduction • Earliest known playwright and actor • Worn by all performers except musicians • Wrote about 123 plays, with only 7 surviving • An altar placed in the middle of the orchestra • Comes from the Greek verb meaning "to do" or "to act." • songs sung by the chorus that separate several episodes • ...
SCS Dance Crossword Puzzle 2021-03-06
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- This ballroom dance was once named the "Forbidden dance"
- This Latin dance has a "hot and spicy flavor" to it
- He said "Let us read, and let us dance; these two amusements will never do any harm to the world."
- This dance was all the rage in the 1920's
- Perez Prado came up with and introduced this dance at La Tropicana night-club in Havana in 1943
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- The Patron Saint of Dancers is Saint ______
- In Greek Mythology, _____ is the Muse of Dance
- This is a lively Bohemian courtship dance
- This dance is slow, beautiful & expressive. it is a mix of the Rumba & the Waltz
- This type of dance came from Buenos Aires around the 1880's
10 Clues: This is a lively Bohemian courtship dance • This dance was all the rage in the 1920's • The Patron Saint of Dancers is Saint ______ • In Greek Mythology, _____ is the Muse of Dance • This Latin dance has a "hot and spicy flavor" to it • This ballroom dance was once named the "Forbidden dance" • This type of dance came from Buenos Aires around the 1880's • ...
Magical Creatures 1 2023-07-15
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- A winged horse from Greek mythology.
- A half-human, half-fish creature that dwells in the sea.
- A creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse.
- A mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes.
- A small, humanoid creature that lives underground and is known for its craftsmanship.
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- A tiny, mischievous creature often portrayed as having wings and magical abilities.
- A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle.
- A mythical creature with a single horn on its forehead.
- A small, magical being often associated with nature and granting wishes.
- A legendary creature with wings and the ability to breathe fire.
10 Clues: A winged horse from Greek mythology. • A mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes. • A mythical creature with a single horn on its forehead. • A half-human, half-fish creature that dwells in the sea. • A legendary creature with wings and the ability to breathe fire. • A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. • ...
Ancient Greece Intro 2024-03-18
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- Student of Socrates, philosopher.
- Spartan slaves.
- Rule by a single leader.
- Author of the Iliad and Odyssey.
- Conqueror of Persia.
- Famed fable writer.
- Period after Alexander's conquests.
- Hilltop fortified area in a city.
- Mathematician, theorem.
- "Father of History."
- Ancient Greek infantry soldiers.
- Traditional story explaining natural events.
- Member of a city-state.
- Philosopher and tutor of Alexander.
- Athenian statesman during the Golden Age.
- Influential Greek philosopher.
- "Father of Medicine."
- Military formation of soldiers.
- Pre-Greek civilization known for warriors.
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- Famous temple in Athens.
- Rule by the people.
- Marketplace and meeting place.
- Citizens elect representatives.
- Independent community with its own government.
- Rule by a few.
- Greek term for city-state.
- Long narrative poem.
- Greek city known for democracy.
- Conflict between Athens and Sparta.
- Rule by nobles.
- Citizens make decisions directly.
- Ancient Greek athletic competitions.
- Formal agreement between city-states.
- Militaristic Greek city-state.
34 Clues: Rule by a few. • Spartan slaves. • Rule by nobles. • Rule by the people. • Famed fable writer. • Conqueror of Persia. • Long narrative poem. • "Father of History." • "Father of Medicine." • Mathematician, theorem. • Member of a city-state. • Famous temple in Athens. • Rule by a single leader. • Greek term for city-state. • Marketplace and meeting place. • Influential Greek philosopher. • ...
genres 2023-02-13
16 Clues: bio • fake • real • speak • magical • rhyming • tolkien • culture • autobio • greatest • mythology • atonement • information • generations • supernatural • exaggerations
Eyan.D Greece vs Rome 2022-05-03
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- While Ancient Greek foods were basic, Ancient Roman foods was a
- While In Ancient Rome birds were fairly common in Ancient Greece a fairly common animal were
- While Ancient Roman dances were used for everything Ancient Greek dances were used for
- While Ancient Greek literature is called Greek literature while Ancient Roman literature is called
- Ancient Greece’s slaves which are state-own Ancient Roman slaves were prisoners
- While the most popular game was the Olympics in Ancient Greece, the most popular game in Ancient Rome was
- Ancient Roman music was known while Ancient Greek music was
- Unlike Ancient Greek Families, Ancient Roman Families would also have
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- While Ancient Rome started in 753 B.C.E Ancient Greece started in 700s
- Julius Caesar was a popular leader in Ancient Rome, in Ancient Greece a popular leader was
- Unlike Ancient Roman music Ancient Greece music was used for
- While in Ancient Rome both Husband and Wife must be adults, but in Ancient Greek both Husband and Wife must be
- While in Ancient Greek women were not equal to Ancient Greek men. But in Ancient Rome women to men were
- While Ancient Roman toys were more like old toys in the past such as wooden horses, swords, playhouse, etc. Ancient Greek toys were more
- Ancient Greek made music and Ancient Rome took
- A popular childs’ game in Ancient Greece was ephedrismos but in Ancient Rome a popular childs’ game was called
- While Ancient Roman schools exclusively taught literature and public speaking, Ancient Greeks exclusively taught
- While the most popular sport in Ancient Greece was the 200-meter race the most popular sport in Ancient Rome was
- While Ancient Rome was a Republic, Ancient Greece was a
- In Ancient Greek they called the people who taught them subjects teachers while Ancient Rome people called them
20 Clues: Ancient Greek made music and Ancient Rome took • While Ancient Rome was a Republic, Ancient Greece was a • Ancient Roman music was known while Ancient Greek music was • Unlike Ancient Roman music Ancient Greece music was used for • While Ancient Greek foods were basic, Ancient Roman foods was a • ...
Important Greeks 2024-09-19
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- was a tragedian of classical Athens
- Samos was an ancient Ionian Greek philosopher, polymath and the eponymous founder of Pythagoreanism
- was an ancient Greek mathematician active as a geometer and logician
- was a Greek historian and geographer from the Greek city of Halicarnassus
- was an Ancient Greek philosopher and polymath. His writings cover a broad range of subjects spanning the natural sciences
- an Ancient Greek polymath: a mathematician, geographer, poet, astronomer, and music theorist.
- was an Ancient Greek comic playwright from Athens and a poet of Old Attic Comedy.
- a Spartan king whose stand against the invading Persian army at the pass of Thermopylae in central Greece
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- Pheidippides or Philippides is the central figure in the story that inspired three modern sporting events
- was an ancient Greek philosopher of the Classical period who is considered a foundational thinker in Western philosophy
- of Persia was a Persian ruler who served as the fourth King of Kings of the Achaemenid Empire, reigning from 486 BC until his assassination in 465 BC.
- was a Greek philosopher from Athens who is credited as the founder of Western
- the Great was one of the greatest military strategists and leaders in world history
- was an Athenian historian and general. His History of the Peloponnesian War
- was a Greek politician and general during the Golden Age of Athens. He was prominent and influential in Ancient Athenian politics
- Greek astronomer who maintained that Earth rotates on its axis and revolves around the Sun.
- of Persia was a Persian ruler who served as the third King of Kings of the Achaemenid Empire
- of Syracuse was an Ancient Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, astronomer, and inventor from the ancient city of Syracuse in Sicily.
- ancient Greek dramatist who lived from about 496 to about 406 BCE.
- Phillip of Macedonwas the king of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia from 359 BC until his death in 336 BC. He was a member of the Argead dynasty, founders of the ancient kingdom
20 Clues: was a tragedian of classical Athens • ancient Greek dramatist who lived from about 496 to about 406 BCE. • was an ancient Greek mathematician active as a geometer and logician • was a Greek historian and geographer from the Greek city of Halicarnassus • was an Athenian historian and general. His History of the Peloponnesian War • ...
ANCIENT GREECE 2014-06-18
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- what clothes did they wear when they were training for war
- Greek god of love
- what was the most important thing to Spartans
- Spartans were ______
- how many cloaks did a spartan have for one year
- Greek poet who wrote the Illiad
- what did Sparta have a wall of
- the ancient Greek alphabet is based on
- how many letters were in the ancient Greece alphabet
- moved to Athens for trade
- what happens to weak babies
- what age did Spartans retire
- woman were allowed to ____
- who ruled ancient Greece in the early days
- Greece was mostly - landscape
- the color of surrender
- Spartans had no under clothes or shoes
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- did people in Greece believe in gods true or false
- the Greek god of wine
- were only male citizens allowed to vote in Athens true or false
- A squared + b squared = c Squared
- god of the sea
- they worked for the citizens
- was stealing bad or good
- ancient Greece had 1 leader
- second letter of the Greek alphabet
- half mortal half god son of Zeus
- what was Athens
- Greek god of war
- what political structure did ancient Greece have
- first letter of the Greek alphabet
- they bathed Spartans in this
- Greek goddess of victory
33 Clues: god of the sea • what was Athens • Greek god of war • Greek god of love • Spartans were ______ • the Greek god of wine • the color of surrender • was stealing bad or good • Greek goddess of victory • moved to Athens for trade • woman were allowed to ____ • ancient Greece had 1 leader • what happens to weak babies • they worked for the citizens • they bathed Spartans in this • ...
Study Tool - Roots - Option 3 2023-02-09
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- Latin root meaning “to scare”
- Latin root meaning “mind”
- Latin root meaning “to punish”
- Latin root meaning “year”
- Latin root meaning “time”
- Latin root meaning “to press a lawsuit”
- Greek root meaning “time”
- Latin root meaning “fear”
- Latin root meaning “frequnt”
- Greek root meaning “to know”
- Latin root meaning “to respect”
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- Latin root meaning “to know”
- Lain root meaing “law”
- Latin root meaning “reason”
- Greek root meaning “to remember”
- Latin root meaning “disturbed”
- Greek root meaning “justice”
- Latin root meaning “to be scared”
- Greek root meaning “Custom”
- Latin root meaning “to fear”
- Latin root meaning “old”
21 Clues: Lain root meaing “law” • Latin root meaning “old” • Latin root meaning “mind” • Latin root meaning “year” • Latin root meaning “time” • Greek root meaning “time” • Latin root meaning “fear” • Latin root meaning “reason” • Greek root meaning “Custom” • Latin root meaning “to know” • Greek root meaning “justice” • Latin root meaning “frequnt” • Latin root meaning “to fear” • ...
Revision crossword 2017-06-23
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- This mathematician shouted 'eureka!'.
- The Greek style of architecture was the __________ style.
- The location of the most famous Greek oracle.
- The Goddess of Love.
- A famous Greek historian.
- The Greeks tricked the Trojans with a wooden _________.
- The earliest of the three famous Greek tragic poets.
- The God of wine.
- This philosopher founded the Academy.
- The Queen of the Gods.
- The name of the woman Alexander married.
- The word for 'rule by the people'.
- The first era of Ancient Greece.
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- The most famous Greek poet.
- The fifth era of Ancient Greece.
- The third era of Ancient Greece.
- The God of the Underworld.
- The most famous Greek city state, which had the Acropolis.
- The King of the Gods.
- This philosopher founded the Lyceum.
- The Greek leader who gave the famous 'Funeral Oration'.
- The abbreviation for the words 'Anno Domini'.
- The second era of Ancient Greece.
- The abbreviation for the words 'Before Christ'.
24 Clues: The God of wine. • The Goddess of Love. • The King of the Gods. • The Queen of the Gods. • A famous Greek historian. • The God of the Underworld. • The most famous Greek poet. • The fifth era of Ancient Greece. • The third era of Ancient Greece. • The first era of Ancient Greece. • The second era of Ancient Greece. • The word for 'rule by the people'. • ...
Ancient Greece 2022-01-14
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- A marketplace and an area for gathering.
- Places where the ancient Greeks would worship certain gods or goddesses.
- A Spartan army formation with overlapping shields.
- The highest part of the city.
- A Greek word for city-state.
- Place built by the Greeks for competitions and sporting events.
- In Athens, a male who is 18 and served in the military.
- In some towns the housing was planned where soldiers lived in one area, the craftsmen in another, and the farmers in another area.
- A powerful Greek city-state based mostly around military power.
- In Athens, the meeting of citizens held every 10 days to debate and vote on laws/issues of government in a direct democracy.
- A city-state of ancient Greece that was first to have a democracy; also had a strong navy; known as the birthplace of Western civilization; the ancient capital of present-day Greece. They valued art, music and education.
- A large temple dedicated to the goddess Athena on the Acropolis in Athens.
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- Used to grow crops to feed the citizens of the city-state.
- A piece of land that is surrounded by water on three sides.
- To protect the city in case of attack.
- Place where plays were held during festivals.
- The peninsula in Southern Greece where the city-state Sparta was located.
- A person who searches for wisdom or enlightenment.
- A style of government that gives power to the citizens to make decisions by voting.
- Stories about gods and heroes that try to explain how the world works.
- A smaller settlement where ships docked.
21 Clues: A Greek word for city-state. • The highest part of the city. • To protect the city in case of attack. • A marketplace and an area for gathering. • A smaller settlement where ships docked. • Place where plays were held during festivals. • A person who searches for wisdom or enlightenment. • A Spartan army formation with overlapping shields. • ...
Classical and Hellenistic Greece 2022-11-29
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- Athenian philosopher-sentenced to death
- the great empire that invaded Greece...defeated
- leader of Athens during the Pelopon. War
- to copy the Greeks...spread of Greek culture
- an armored Greek soldier
- the warship of the Greek world
- the study of the love of wisdom
- a type of drama in the Greek world :-(
- the 27 year long civil war in Greece
- the religion of Persia
- student of Socrates...wrote "Republic"
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- the Spartan military alliance
- the Macedonian that conquered Persia
- teacher of Alexander the Great
- the great sea victory of Athens over Persia
- battle of the Spartan 300 vs. Persia
- a type of drama in the Greek world :-)
- the fighting formation of the Greek world
- Athenian military alliance
19 Clues: the religion of Persia • an armored Greek soldier • Athenian military alliance • the Spartan military alliance • teacher of Alexander the Great • the warship of the Greek world • the study of the love of wisdom • the Macedonian that conquered Persia • battle of the Spartan 300 vs. Persia • the 27 year long civil war in Greece • a type of drama in the Greek world :-) • ...
Magical Creatures 1 2023-07-15
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- A tiny, mischievous creature often portrayed as having wings and magical abilities.
- A legendary creature with wings and the ability to breathe fire.
- A mythical creature with a single horn on its forehead. Unicorn
- A halfhuman, halffish creature that dwells in the sea.
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- A small, magical being often associated with nature and granting wishes.
- A winged horse from Greek mythology.
- A mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes.
- A creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse.
- A small, humanoid creature that lives underground and is known for its craftsmanship.
- A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle.
10 Clues: A winged horse from Greek mythology. • A mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes. • A halfhuman, halffish creature that dwells in the sea. • A mythical creature with a single horn on its forehead. Unicorn • A legendary creature with wings and the ability to breathe fire. • A mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. • ...
Mythical creatures 2023-12-03
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- A one-eyed giant from Greek mythology
- A legendary sea monster of giant size
- A mythical horse with a single horn on its forehead
- A creature with the body of a man and the head of a bull
- A legendary reptilian creature
- A creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human
- A creature with the upper body of a female and the tail of a fish
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- A mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes
- A creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse
- A creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle
10 Clues: A legendary reptilian creature • A one-eyed giant from Greek mythology • A legendary sea monster of giant size • A mythical bird that is reborn from its own ashes • A mythical horse with a single horn on its forehead • A creature with the body of a man and the head of a bull • A creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human • ...
History of Greek Theatre- William Shack 2022-12-08
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- God of wine and fertility; god in which humans presented Greek drama at festivals
- An altar placed in the middle of the orchestra
- Emphasized the attempts of human characters to control their own destinies
- Earliest known playwright and actor
- Worn by all performers except musicians
- Sixth characteristic of a tragedy; Something to shock the audience
- The backstory or introduction
- A man of noble stature; Main character of a tragedy whos fall results from committing "an act of injustice"
- Comes from the Greek verb meaning "to do" or "to act."
- Ancient Greek word for a king who did not inherit their throne, but had taken it; Did not have the negative connotations that the word tyrant does today
- Wrote about 123 plays, with only 7 surviving
- Very wealthy city; had huge advances during the 5th century
- One of the four performer categories; the word in Greek means dance
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- Part lion, part eagle, and part woman sent by the goddess Hera to protect the city of Thebes
- The first great theorist of dramatic art, who defined the word tragedy in his work "Poetics"
- "Imitation of an action that is serious and also, as having magnitude, complete in itself; ..in a dramatic rather than narrative form;"
- Religious and civic celebration where theatrical performances were given as offerings from the city to Dionysus
- songs sung by the chorus that separate several episodes
- A creature in classical mythology who was part man and part goat, famous for being drunk and sexual
- First characteristic of a tragedy; The arrangements of the events in the play
- Fifth characteristic of a tragedy; Song sung by chorus, and should be part of the plot
- Caused by the tragic flaw, typically leads to a gain in self-knowledge and wisdom
- Seat in the center of the seating area, reserved for the Priest of Dionysus Eleutherios
- Fourth characteristic of a tragedy; Usage of words to express thought
- Meaning "hut or tent," was on the side of the orchestra opposite to the audience
- Third characteristic of a tragedy; How speech reveals character
- One of the four performer categories; could play multiple roles
- A flat terrace below the slope of the hill; dancing space
- Second characteristic of a tragedy; Support the plot, drive the play with their motivation
- Source of the word "theater," and means place of seeing
- A fault of character in the tragic hero such as pride or jealousy
31 Clues: The backstory or introduction • Earliest known playwright and actor • Worn by all performers except musicians • Wrote about 123 plays, with only 7 surviving • An altar placed in the middle of the orchestra • Comes from the Greek verb meaning "to do" or "to act." • songs sung by the chorus that separate several episodes • ...
Room1 Puzzle of Puzzles 2021-03-22
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- n, From latin root word “spect” which means to look at or to see.
- n, spectators or listeners at a concert, movie, play, sport, and more.
- n, From latin root word “port” which means to carry.
- adj, antonym for “irrelevant”
- n, synonym for theater
- n, from greek root word “tele” which means far.
- V, We would ______ resources to other countries.
- n, I used a ________ to message my friend.
- n, a beautiful view
- adj, unable to be predicted
- v, From latin root word “port” which means to
- adj, antonym for “vague”
- n, synonym for “look-say method”
- v, synonym for “bring in”
- adj, antonym for visible
- n, I turned on the __________ and it played music.
- n, from latin root word “Therm” which means heat.
- n, an instrument for measuring and indicating temperature.
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- adj, antonym for “cool (cold)”
- n, synonym for “foreman”
- n, antonym for “respiration.”
- v, comply with rules, standards, or laws.
- v, We _________ our grandmothers house for thanksgiving.
- n, synonym for “eyeglass”
- n, From greek root word “phon” which means sound.
- n, how something is set up or arranged.
- n, synonym for “animal science”
- n, synonym for “weather-gauge”
- n, We saw all the __________ in the stands.
- n, synonym for “eyesight”
- n, antonym for “reality”
- n, someone who takes or rules a country by force
- adj, The mountain was _______ and on top of it we saw snow.
- n, antonym for “biography”
- n, My sister called Mom on the _________.
- n, synonym for “TV”
- n, a picture made using a camera
- n, synonym for “outlook”
- n, from latin root word “logy” which means study.
- n, from latin root word “meter” which means measure.
40 Clues: n, a beautiful view • n, synonym for “TV” • n, synonym for theater • n, synonym for “foreman” • n, antonym for “reality” • adj, antonym for “vague” • adj, antonym for visible • n, synonym for “outlook” • n, synonym for “eyeglass” • n, synonym for “eyesight” • v, synonym for “bring in” • n, antonym for “biography” • adj, unable to be predicted • n, antonym for “respiration.” • ...
Trials Of Apollo 2019-06-04
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- A military machine used to hurl objects
- Located in California, this is the training ground for Roman demigods
- Located in Long Island, New York, this is the training ground for Greek demigods
- Greek goddess of agriculture. Queen of grains, fruits and vegetables
- Type of celestial metal Romans used for tools and weapons
- Tree nymphs
- Type of celestial metal Greeks used for tools and weapons
- Percy's mom
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- A race of creatures that is half human, half horse
- The name on Apollo’s ID
- A giant, underground maze
- The Greek goddess of marriage; Zeus’s wife and sister
- A female nature deity who animates nature
- Home of the Twelve Olympians
- Megs karpoi
- Apollo’s twin sister. Greek goddess of the hunt and the moon
- The Greek god of the sea; Percy’s father
- A half god half mortal
- A Greek forest god, part goat and part man
- The Greek god of the sun, prophecy, music and healing
20 Clues: Megs karpoi • Tree nymphs • Percy's mom • A half god half mortal • The name on Apollo’s ID • A giant, underground maze • Home of the Twelve Olympians • A military machine used to hurl objects • The Greek god of the sea; Percy’s father • A female nature deity who animates nature • A Greek forest god, part goat and part man • A race of creatures that is half human, half horse • ...
Ancient Greece vs. Ancient Rome 2022-05-11
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- Greeks often preferred to go ________
- Male Romans wore this garment
- Greek diets were mostly _____________
- This pet was popular for both Greeks and Romans
- A common pet in Greece was an ___
- Both Rome and Greece built _______ around their cities for protection
- Romans wore footwear made of _______
- Greece and Rome children both enjoyed playing with this toy which can even be found among today's children
- ________ was a popular toy for Greek children
- This was a common breed of dog for both Greek and Rome
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- __________ was the only Ancient Greece city to not be protected by a wall
- Type of Greek building used to hold games and chariot races
- Both Greek men and women who this garment
- Type of Ancient Greece government
- Greeks had very ______ and functional clothing
- Romans’ clothing indicated _______ _______
- Roman education was based on ______ traditions
- A very common fruit in both Roman and Greek diets
- Type of Ancient Rome government
- Type of Roman building used for gladiatorial contests
20 Clues: Male Romans wore this garment • Type of Ancient Rome government • Type of Ancient Greece government • A common pet in Greece was an ___ • Romans wore footwear made of _______ • Greeks often preferred to go ________ • Greek diets were mostly _____________ • Both Greek men and women who this garment • Romans’ clothing indicated _______ _______ • ...
Issy R 2020-10-12
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- Having the distinctive qualities of a particular type of person or thing.
- A fake name, especially one used by an author.
- Two words that have the same spelling or pronunciation but mean different things.
- having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure.
- In science you can learn about _______.
- In dance I like to do _______.
- The quality of being made up of exactly similar parts facing each other.
- In spelling we were learning about _______.
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- Its a chemical that is made by humans.
- When I was little I used to do __________ because it was so fun.
- ___________ is what makes a plant green.
- Percy Jackson is a tale full of Greek _________.
- Is the fluid that flows through the lymphatic system.
- In Maths we are learning about 3D object and I said that a ________ was a 3D object.
- When I went to Egypt i went to see the _______.
- Trinity always has ________ for others.
- a substance that causes a chemical reaction without itself being affected.
- Feeling or showing concern about someone who is in a bad situation
18 Clues: In dance I like to do _______. • Its a chemical that is made by humans. • In science you can learn about _______. • Trinity always has ________ for others. • ___________ is what makes a plant green. • In spelling we were learning about _______. • A fake name, especially one used by an author. • having a meaning that is mysterious or obscure. • ...
ANCIENT GREECE 2014-06-18
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- what clothes did they wear when they were training for war
- Greek god of love
- what was the most important thing to Spartans
- Spartans were ______
- how many cloaks did a spartan have for one year
- Greek poet who wrote the Illiad
- what did Sparta have a wall of
- the ancient Greek alphabet is based on
- how many letters were in the ancient Greece alphabet
- moved to Athens for trade
- what happens to weak babies
- what age did Spartans retire
- woman were allowed to ____
- who ruled ancient Greece in the early days
- Greece was mostly - landscape
- the color of surrender
- Spartans had no under clothes or shoes
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- did people in Greece believe in gods true or false
- the Greek god of wine
- were only male citizens allowed to vote in Athens true or false
- A squared + b squared = c Squared
- god of the sea
- they worked for the citizens
- was stealing bad or good
- ancient Greece had 1 leader
- second letter of the Greek alphabet
- half mortal half god son of Zeus
- what was Athens
- Greek god of war
- what political structure did ancient Greece have
- first letter of the Greek alphabet
- they bathed Spartans in this
- Greek goddess of victory
33 Clues: god of the sea • what was Athens • Greek god of war • Greek god of love • Spartans were ______ • the Greek god of wine • the color of surrender • was stealing bad or good • Greek goddess of victory • moved to Athens for trade • woman were allowed to ____ • ancient Greece had 1 leader • what happens to weak babies • they worked for the citizens • they bathed Spartans in this • ...
Ancient Greece Crossword 2023-04-05
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- Greek god of war
- Goddess of women, marriage, and childbirth
- Goddess of war, handicraft, and practical reason
- The Olympian goddess of agriculture, grain, and bread
- Leaping Is a term for various non-violent bull fighting
- Was the demigod Saviour and protector of the city Elis
- Was an enchantress, known by some as a siren
- Meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie then sliced and served wrapped or stuffed in pita bread
- Has snakes on her head
- Was an Ancient Greek Philosopher
- The Greek God of Chaos
- The god of the sky
- Greek god of blacksmiths
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- An ancient Greek mythological hero
- Ancient Greek goddess of sexual love and beauty
- The god of everything
- Ancient times males who were sometimes demigods were sent on these
- God of boundaries, roads and travellers
- Three goddesses of vengeance and retribution
- The Goddess of home and hearth
- The winged goddess of victory
- Is a city in Greece named after the mythical nymph
- The god of the sea
- The Greek god of fertility
- Was the Greek king of Ithaca
- The capital of Greece
26 Clues: Greek god of war • The god of the sea • The god of the sky • The god of everything • The capital of Greece • Has snakes on her head • The Greek God of Chaos • Greek god of blacksmiths • The Greek god of fertility • Was the Greek king of Ithaca • The winged goddess of victory • The Goddess of home and hearth • Was an Ancient Greek Philosopher • An ancient Greek mythological hero • ...
Mythology 2021-10-04
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- a nymph that was punished by Hera, the queen of Olympus, for talking excessively.
- Mountain that is said to be the home of the Greek Gods and Goddesses;
- A titan that was forced to bear the weight of the sky
- verb; to put someone/something into a sleep-like state
- Greek Goddess of Rainbow
- Greek god of War; a well known and famous brand of chocolate bars
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- king of titans; the God of Time
- said to be a nation of women warriors that originated in Scythia
- son of the Greek God of War Ares; God of Fear
- noun;Brand of shoe named after the Greek Goddess of Victory
- food commonly prepared for breakfast; came from the Greek word Ceres;the Goddess of Agriculture
11 Clues: Greek Goddess of Rainbow • king of titans; the God of Time • son of the Greek God of War Ares; God of Fear • A titan that was forced to bear the weight of the sky • verb; to put someone/something into a sleep-like state • noun;Brand of shoe named after the Greek Goddess of Victory • said to be a nation of women warriors that originated in Scythia • ...
Mythology 2022-07-21
11 Clues: Venus • ugly Olympian • A vicious god • god of the sea • jealous goddess • huntress goddess • goddess of Wisdom • messenger of the gods • god of Light and Truth • central figure of the myths • brother of Zeus and Poseidon
mythology 2019-04-24
11 Clues: zeus son • big place • he killed • zeus bolt • zeus birth • heras birth • own to a god • zues strength • the god of gods • the wife of zeus • when zeus messing around
mythology 2019-11-24
11 Clues: θεα της σοφιας • θεα του σπιτιου • θεος της φωτιας • γυναικα του δια • θεα της ομορφιας • θεα του κυνηγιου • θεος του πολεμου • θεος της μουσικης • θεος της θαλασσας • αγγελιοφορος των θεων • πατερας των θεων και των ανθρωπων
The Greek World 2014-03-28
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- War between Athens and Sparta
- The first ruler of the Persian Empire
- Clear or order based thinking
- Greek mathematician
- King of Macedonia
- Wars Series of wars between Persia and Greece
- Greek-like, or influenced by Greek ideas
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- Great Greek doctor
- Greek philosopher known for logic and reasoning
- Unit of soldiers who ride horses
- One of the greatest conquerors in history
- Led the second invasion of Greece
- An Agreement to work together
- Expanded the borders of the Persian Empire
- Greek philosopher who taught by asking questions
- Greek philosopher who was a student of Socrates
- Group of warriors who stood close together in a square
17 Clues: King of Macedonia • Great Greek doctor • Greek mathematician • War between Athens and Sparta • An Agreement to work together • Clear or order based thinking • Unit of soldiers who ride horses • Led the second invasion of Greece • The first ruler of the Persian Empire • Greek-like, or influenced by Greek ideas • One of the greatest conquerors in history • ...
The Greek World 2014-03-28
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- Greek philosopher known for logic and reasoning
- Greek-like, or influenced by Greek ideas
- Wars Series of wars between Persia and Greece
- Greek philosopher who was a student of Socrates
- The first ruler of the Persian Empire
- Great Greek doctor
- Led the second invasion of Greece
- War between Athens and Sparta
- Group of warriors who stood close together in a square
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- One of the greatest conquerors in history
- Expanded the borders of the Persian Empire
- Unit of soldiers who ride horses
- Greek philosopher who taught by asking questions
- Greek mathematician
- Clear or order based thinking
- King of Macedonia
- An agreement to work together
17 Clues: King of Macedonia • Great Greek doctor • Greek mathematician • Clear or order based thinking • War between Athens and Sparta • An agreement to work together • Unit of soldiers who ride horses • Led the second invasion of Greece • The first ruler of the Persian Empire • Greek-like, or influenced by Greek ideas • One of the greatest conquerors in history • ...
1st 9 Weeks Vocab - 7th Grade 2013-08-22
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- / Religion founded by Siddhartha that believes in the Four Noble Truths?
- / Ancient Greek philosopher created a type of teaching used today that involves questioning the students until they figure out the information for themselves?
- / A battle in 490 BC in which the Athenians and their allies defeated the Persian Army?
- / Highest mountain in Greece and considered to be the home of the Gods in Greek Mythology?
- / Religion that believes that Jesus is the son of God, which is taught to them through the Bible?
- / Greek philosopher whose writings would influence scientific observations and political theories. He created the school called Lyceum, taught his pupils the "golden mean", and divided governments into three categories: Monarchy, oligarchy, and democracy?
- / The system in which each branch of government has certain powers over the other two branches so that no one branch becomes too powerful?
- / Religion that believes in the Four Vedas and Reincarnation?
- / Emperor of Rome who adopted the Christian faith and stopped the persecution of Christians?
- / City that separates to form an independent state with its own culture and government structure?
- / Title for a Roman Emperor?
- / In Ancient Rome this consisted of three branches: the executive which was run by two consuls, the legislative which was run by the Roman senate, and the judicial which was run by the assembly.
- / Beautiful and charismatic queen of Egypt. Mistress of Julius Caesar and later of Mark Antony; killed herself to avoid capture by Octavian?
- / Roman General that expanded the Roman Republic through a series of battles across Europe before declaring himself dictator for life. He died famously on the steps of the Senate at the hands of political rivals?
- / An astronomer tool used to map directionality and location based on the Sun, Moon, and the stars. Developed in Ancient Greece and evolved into an important exploration tool?
- / Temporary political alliances between three leaders amongst Roman elite?
- / Religion that believes in the teachings of Mohammed, follows the Koran, and believes in the Five Pillars?
- / Greek city-state known for being elite soldiers?
- / Highest elected office of the Roman Republic?
- / Ancient Greek philosopher who believed that philosopher kings should rule over the people and rejected the idea of democracy?
- / A written work or play performed in Ancient Greece known for its serious tone and its portrayal of human suffering?
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- / A written work or play performed in Ancient Greece known for using humor, satire, and happy conclusions?
- / This is the feeling of responsibility towards your country or nation. This can include military service, being a law-abiding citizen, and voting?
- / Religion founded by Abraham that follows the Torah?
- / A written plan of government
- / Macedonian king that conquered most of the known World. His empire united many cultures under a common Greek language and culture. His military tactics are still studied to this day?
- / Public market, mall, and meeting place in Athens where men would come to discuss politics and philosophy?
- / Sacred stories passed on from generation to generation explaining the past and how the world and humans came to be?
- / Greek mythological winged goddess of victory. It was used as a symbol for a successful athletic apparel brand?
- / Ancient Greek epic poet who is believed to have written the Iliad and the Odyssey?
- / A form of government in which citizens elect representatives to make governmental decisions for them?
- / Ordinary citizen class of Rome?
- / Political and lawmaking institution in Rome that consisted mostly of wealthy members in society?
- / A form of government where power is passed automatically from one generation to the next. Types included Absolute and Constitutional?
- / The first set of written laws on tablets in the Roman Republic that described the rights of each person?
- / Form of government in which the citizens vote in person on laws in their community?
- / A form of government in which one ruler assumes absolute power and is not limited by the law of the land. Typically the ruler takes power by force?
- / Open air venues created in Ancient Greece used for entertainment and performances?
- / Large constructed public buildings that were used to conduct business and legal matters in Ancient Rome?
- / Created in Rome, it was a man-made bridge or channel used to transport water and sewage from one location to another?
- / A form of government in which a religious institution or leader assumes full power over its civilians?
- / A form of government is which a small group of people assume power. Power can be taken by force or through inheritance?
- / The Roman politician and general was an ally of Julius Caesar and the main rival of his successor Octavian (later Augustus). With those two men he was integral to Rome's transition from republic to empire. His romantic and political alliance with the Egyptian queen Cleopatra was his ultimate undoing?
- / Roman legislative branch based on the idea that regular citizens would pass legislation, not elected representatives. Examples include Curia, Tribes, and Centuries?
44 Clues: / Title for a Roman Emperor? • / A written plan of government • / Ordinary citizen class of Rome? • / Highest elected office of the Roman Republic? • / Greek city-state known for being elite soldiers? • / Religion founded by Abraham that follows the Torah? • / Religion that believes in the Four Vedas and Reincarnation? • ...
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 2023-03-10
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- a strip of wood, metal, or stone forming the bottom of a doorway and crossed in entering a house or room
- a thing or collection of things wrapped in paper in order to be carried or sent by mail
- impressively beautiful, elaborate, or extravagant; striking
- strange and frightening
- nature spirit who lives in trees
- feeling uncertain about something
- feeling or showing grief
- a structure of wood, marble, or stone above and around a fireplace
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- in an active, quick, or energetic way
- possessing or showing courage or determination
- burned
- causing or involving great suffering, fear, or unhappiness
- having or showing a mild, kind, or tender temperament or character
- mythical creature with the torso of a man, and the lower body of a horse
- half-human and half-goat mythological creature appearing in Greek and Roman mythology
- a manner or the sound of someone walking
- a large, tall cabinet in which clothes may be hung or stored
- based on or behaving according to what is morally right and fair
18 Clues: burned • strange and frightening • feeling or showing grief • nature spirit who lives in trees • feeling uncertain about something • in an active, quick, or energetic way • a manner or the sound of someone walking • possessing or showing courage or determination • causing or involving great suffering, fear, or unhappiness • ...
crossword 148 2024-08-03
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- An unusual feature or characteristic of a place or thing.
- To maneuver oneself into a position by subtle manipulation.
- A coming-of-age story that emphasizes personal development.
- Showing a lack of respect for others by doing something that they have no right to do.
- The act of freeing someone from slavery or bondage.
- A regular oval shape; an elongated circle.
- The name of a significant philosopher in Western thought.
- To make a facial expression in which your face twists in an unattractive way.
- A trigonometric function used in geometry and algebra.
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- A city in New Zealand and the capital of the country.
- Careful to avoid potential problems or dangers.
- To suspend or break off a meeting or legal case with the intention of resuming it later.
- Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.
- To draw out a response, answer, or fact from someone.
- The name of a key figure in Western philosophy.
- To surrender or let go of something.
- To go on board a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.
- In Greek mythology, a primordial deity representing darkness.
18 Clues: To surrender or let go of something. • A regular oval shape; an elongated circle. • Careful to avoid potential problems or dangers. • The name of a key figure in Western philosophy. • To go on board a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle. • The act of freeing someone from slavery or bondage. • Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty. • ...
Unit 31 (The Legacy of Ancient Greece) 2022-01-12
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- The Greek ____________ included the footrace, discus throw, long jump, javelin throw, and wrestling.
- / The word alphabet comes from the first two Greek letters of the Greek alphabet alpha and ___________.
- / In United States, citizens elect ______________ to speak for them and create laws.
- / The rules of English grammar, punctuation, and paragraphing are all based on ________ writing.
- Greek scientist named Aristarchus was the first person to suggest that Earth revolves around the ________.
- Ptolemy also designed a system of lines drawn on a map called latitude and ______________.
- Pythagoras and Euclid made important advances in __________ that are still taught today.
- Greek philosopher ____________ collected and grouped information about various types of animals and plants.
- The notable Greek architectural features were the pediments, friezes, and __________.
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- / __________ is often called the “father of medicine.”
- / In Greek _____________, all citizens debated and voted on every issue.
- ___________, the scientific study of outer space, comes from the Greek word for “star.”
- / In the court system, the practice of citizens serving on ________ also began in Greece.
- / The Greeks created drama, including both comedy and _________.
- The first Olympics were held in 776 B.C.E. to honor the Greek god _______.
- / Hippocrates believed that diseases had __________ causes.
- / _________ was known as the "father of history".
- Greek theaters were built as semicircles with rows of seats ________ steeply from the stage so that everyone in the audience could see and hear.
18 Clues: / _________ was known as the "father of history". • / __________ is often called the “father of medicine.” • / Hippocrates believed that diseases had __________ causes. • / The Greeks created drama, including both comedy and _________. • / In Greek _____________, all citizens debated and voted on every issue. • ...
Important Greeks 2024-09-19
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- was a tragedian of classical Athens
- Samos was an ancient Ionian Greek philosopher, polymath and the eponymous founder of Pythagoreanism
- was an ancient Greek mathematician active as a geometer and logician
- was a Greek historian and geographer from the Greek city of Halicarnassus
- was an Ancient Greek philosopher and polymath. His writings cover a broad range of subjects spanning the natural sciences
- an Ancient Greek polymath: a mathematician, geographer, poet, astronomer, and music theorist.
- was an Ancient Greek comic playwright from Athens and a poet of Old Attic Comedy.
- a Spartan king whose stand against the invading Persian army at the pass of Thermopylae in central Greece
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- Pheidippides or Philippides is the central figure in the story that inspired three modern sporting events
- was an ancient Greek philosopher of the Classical period who is considered a foundational thinker in Western philosophy
- of Persia was a Persian ruler who served as the fourth King of Kings of the Achaemenid Empire, reigning from 486 BC until his assassination in 465 BC.
- was a Greek philosopher from Athens who is credited as the founder of Western
- the Great was one of the greatest military strategists and leaders in world history
- was an Athenian historian and general. His History of the Peloponnesian War
- was a Greek politician and general during the Golden Age of Athens. He was prominent and influential in Ancient Athenian politics
- Greek astronomer who maintained that Earth rotates on its axis and revolves around the Sun.
- of Persia was a Persian ruler who served as the third King of Kings of the Achaemenid Empire
- of Syracuse was an Ancient Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, astronomer, and inventor from the ancient city of Syracuse in Sicily.
- ancient Greek dramatist who lived from about 496 to about 406 BCE.
- Phillip of Macedonwas the king of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia from 359 BC until his death in 336 BC. He was a member of the Argead dynasty, founders of the ancient kingdom
20 Clues: was a tragedian of classical Athens • ancient Greek dramatist who lived from about 496 to about 406 BCE. • was an ancient Greek mathematician active as a geometer and logician • was a Greek historian and geographer from the Greek city of Halicarnassus • was an Athenian historian and general. His History of the Peloponnesian War • ...
Important Greeks 2024-09-19
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- was a tragedian of classical Athens
- Samos was an ancient Ionian Greek philosopher, polymath and the eponymous founder of Pythagoreanism
- was an ancient Greek mathematician active as a geometer and logician
- was a Greek historian and geographer from the Greek city of Halicarnassus
- was an Ancient Greek philosopher and polymath. His writings cover a broad range of subjects spanning the natural sciences
- an Ancient Greek polymath: a mathematician, geographer, poet, astronomer, and music theorist.
- was an Ancient Greek comic playwright from Athens and a poet of Old Attic Comedy.
- a Spartan king whose stand against the invading Persian army at the pass of Thermopylae in central Greece
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- Pheidippides or Philippides is the central figure in the story that inspired three modern sporting events
- was an ancient Greek philosopher of the Classical period who is considered a foundational thinker in Western philosophy
- of Persia was a Persian ruler who served as the fourth King of Kings of the Achaemenid Empire, reigning from 486 BC until his assassination in 465 BC.
- was a Greek philosopher from Athens who is credited as the founder of Western
- the Great was one of the greatest military strategists and leaders in world history
- was an Athenian historian and general. His History of the Peloponnesian War
- was a Greek politician and general during the Golden Age of Athens. He was prominent and influential in Ancient Athenian politics
- Greek astronomer who maintained that Earth rotates on its axis and revolves around the Sun.
- of Persia was a Persian ruler who served as the third King of Kings of the Achaemenid Empire
- of Syracuse was an Ancient Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, astronomer, and inventor from the ancient city of Syracuse in Sicily.
- ancient Greek dramatist who lived from about 496 to about 406 BCE.
- Phillip of Macedonwas the king of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia from 359 BC until his death in 336 BC. He was a member of the Argead dynasty, founders of the ancient kingdom
20 Clues: was a tragedian of classical Athens • ancient Greek dramatist who lived from about 496 to about 406 BCE. • was an ancient Greek mathematician active as a geometer and logician • was a Greek historian and geographer from the Greek city of Halicarnassus • was an Athenian historian and general. His History of the Peloponnesian War • ...
A Halloween Thriller 2023-10-17
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- What obscure Scottish term, meaning "a second sight," refers to the ability to perceive events or information beyond the ordinary senses?
- What medieval instrument, often associated with witches, was believed to have the power to create magical spells when played?
- What ancient festival, which influenced modern Halloween, marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter in Celtic tradition?
- In Greek mythology, what fearsome three-headed dog guards the gates of the Underworld?
- In Edgar Allan Poe's poem, what ebony bird visits a grieving man and repeatedly utters the phrase "Nevermore"?
- What folklore creature, resembling a large, humanoid toad, is said to inhabit abandoned mines and caves?
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- What macabre art form involves creating intricate designs by cutting into pumpkin skin and illuminating the patterns with candles? ______ Pumpkin Carving
- What rare psychological condition, also known as "lunacy," is often associated with the full moon and believed to cause temporary insanity?
- In Bram Stoker's classic novel, what legendary vampire terrorizes London after coming to England from Transylvania?
- What eerie phenomenon, often observed in old photographs, is said to depict ghostly figures or unexplained shadows? ______ Photography
- What ancient civilization believed in creatures called "Ghouls," who roamed graveyards and consumed the flesh of the dead? _____ Mythology
11 Clues: In Greek mythology, what fearsome three-headed dog guards the gates of the Underworld? • What folklore creature, resembling a large, humanoid toad, is said to inhabit abandoned mines and caves? • In Edgar Allan Poe's poem, what ebony bird visits a grieving man and repeatedly utters the phrase "Nevermore"? • ...
Roman Gods and Goddesses 2023-02-23
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- Goddess of wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Greek version: Athena.
- Lord of the sky and king of the gods. God of lightning and leadership. Greek version: Zeus.
- Goddess of beauty and love. Greek version: Aphrodite.
- God of celebration, theater, and revelry. Greek version: Dionysius.
- God of war. Greek version: Ares.
- God of the sun, music, medicine, poetry, and prophecy. Greek version: Apollo.
- God of the sea, storms, earthquakes, and horses. Greek version: Poseidon
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- Goddess of the harvest, agriculture, and the seasons. Greek version: Demeter.
- God of travel and commerce. Messenger of the gods. Greek version: Hermes.
- God of smiths, craftsmanship, and fire. Greek version: Hephaestus.
- Goddess of marriage, the family, and queen of the gods. Greek version: Hera.
- Goddess of the moon, the hunt, and the wilderness. Greek version: Artemis.
- Goddess of the home and hearth. Greek version: Hestia.
- God of the underworld and the riches of the earth. Greek version: Hades.
14 Clues: God of war. Greek version: Ares. • Goddess of beauty and love. Greek version: Aphrodite. • Goddess of the home and hearth. Greek version: Hestia. • Goddess of wisdom, handicraft, and warfare. Greek version: Athena. • God of smiths, craftsmanship, and fire. Greek version: Hephaestus. • God of celebration, theater, and revelry. Greek version: Dionysius. • ...
Papa Birthday 2024-01-19
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- Favorite backyard flyer in winter
- Your favorite furry creature
- Many are found in your yard
- Type of swing in your front yard
- One of the largest dinosaurs discovered
- Papa's pet-name for Bubbie
- Something to drink water out
- The "cranberry tree" is often this when Norah is driving
- Your second daughter's birth month
- Monster Heracles conquered with help from his cousin
- Fish devoured by both Norah and the grizzlies of Katmai
- Boardgame frequented at Papa & Bubbie sleepovers
- Heracles was tasked to take the impenetrable hide of this animal
- Meat most enjoyed by the pool
- Greek hero who flew too close to the sun
- Must-have treats at the pool
- Guy at the recycling center is commonly known as an...
- The skull and crossbones flag is also called the _?
- Elliott and Papa compete over who can clean these better
- Norah's favorite tree that cries?
- Clothing item frequently forgotten by Papa
- Name of the Jason's ship
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- Elliott's poolside alligator-rasslin' alter ego
- A favorite daily pastime of Papa's
- Homer's favorite treat and Andrea's birthday breakfast specialty
- Fruit that grows in your yard
- Brand of truck owned by you
- Your firstborn's birthday month
- Elliott's favorite breakfast meat
- Norah's favorite thing to do
- Norah's favorite color
- It makes marshmallows better
- Greatest hero in Greek Mythology
- Part of the yard you actually want to burn
- Grandkids organization for solving the unknown
- Elliott's favorite projectile weaponry
- Something to climb
- Popular crust style at Mr. Pizza
- Underworld canine pet
- Latin spelling of the greatest hero
- Pirate known to light off fireworks in his facial hair
- #13 for the US Women's National Soccer Team
- Hogwarts' gamekeeper
43 Clues: Something to climb • Hogwarts' gamekeeper • Underworld canine pet • Norah's favorite color • Name of the Jason's ship • Papa's pet-name for Bubbie • Many are found in your yard • Brand of truck owned by you • Your favorite furry creature • Norah's favorite thing to do • Something to drink water out • It makes marshmallows better • Must-have treats at the pool • ...
House of Hades 2014-08-14
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- , son of Greek god Hades
- , daughter of Greek goddess Aphrodite
- ,other term for child of god
- ,pit of underworld where montsers go when destroyed
- , daughter of Greek goddess Athena and Percy's girlfriend
- , son of Greek god Hephaestus and can control fire
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- ,home of roman mythology's beginning
- ,river of fire
- , son of Roman god Jupiter ad brother of Thalia
- , Percy's best friend who is a satyr
- ,Greek God of Lightning
- , son of roman god mars but has Greek heritage
- ,Greek god of death
- , main character and son of Greek god poseidon
- , daughter of Greek god Zeus and sister of Jason
15 Clues: ,river of fire • ,Greek god of death • ,Greek God of Lightning • , son of Greek god Hades • ,other term for child of god • ,home of roman mythology's beginning • , Percy's best friend who is a satyr • , daughter of Greek goddess Aphrodite • , son of roman god mars but has Greek heritage • , main character and son of Greek god poseidon • ...
ANCIENT GREECE 2014-06-18
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- what clothes did they wear when they were training for war
- Greek god of love
- what was the most important thing to Spartans
- Spartans were ______
- how many cloaks did a spartan have for one year
- Greek poet who wrote the Illiad
- what did Sparta have a wall of
- the ancient Greek alphabet is based on
- how many letters were in the ancient Greece alphabet
- moved to Athens for trade
- what happens to weak babies
- what age did Spartans retire
- woman were allowed to ____
- who ruled ancient Greece in the early days
- Greece was mostly - landscape
- the color of surrender
- Spartans had no under clothes or shoes
Down
- did people in Greece believe in gods true or false
- the Greek god of wine
- were only male citizens allowed to vote in Athens true or false
- A squared + b squared = c Squared
- god of the sea
- they worked for the citizens
- was stealing bad or good
- ancient Greece had 1 leader
- second letter of the Greek alphabet
- half mortal half god son of Zeus
- what was Athens
- Greek god of war
- what political structure did ancient Greece have
- first letter of the Greek alphabet
- they bathed Spartans in this
- Greek goddess of victory
33 Clues: god of the sea • what was Athens • Greek god of war • Greek god of love • Spartans were ______ • the Greek god of wine • the color of surrender • was stealing bad or good • Greek goddess of victory • moved to Athens for trade • woman were allowed to ____ • ancient Greece had 1 leader • what happens to weak babies • they worked for the citizens • they bathed Spartans in this • ...
books 1-12 review 2023-12-12
Across
- Who does Polyphemus pray to for revenge on Odysseus?
- an enchantress and a minor goddess in ancient Greek mythology and religion
- a long comparison of 2 unlike things
- What does Calypso promise to make Odysseus if he stays on the island with her?
- son of the Greek hero Odysseus and his wife, Penelope
- was a nymph who lived on the island of Ogygia
- Circe can _________________ men into animals.
- Tiresias tells Odysseus that only ___________ will return home.
- What is the thing that Penelope weaves and takes apart at night so that she doesn’t have to marry the suitors?
- the ship crews earplugs
- how many years was odysseus gone
- excessive pride or self-confidence.
- Helios threatens to make the __________ stop shining if Zeus doesn’t punish Odysseus’ men for eating his cattle.
Down
- Who does the land belong to where Odysseus’ men ate a flower and did not want to continue on home?
- the one-eyed giant son of Poseidon
- What is blocking the entrance to the Cyclops Charybdisrybdis daughter of the sea god Pontus and the earth goddess Gaia
- prophet that Odysseus has to go to the underworld to see
- Odysseus’ men tie him to the __________ of the ship so he can hear the sirens.
- a legendary monster who lives on one side of a narrow channel of water, opposite her counterpart Charybdis
- fake name that Odysseus uses to fool the cyclopes
- A long, narrative poem that tells us the adventures of a hero is a
- goddess of wisdom and craft
- what the wind king gives him that contains the wind
23 Clues: the ship crews earplugs • goddess of wisdom and craft • how many years was odysseus gone • the one-eyed giant son of Poseidon • excessive pride or self-confidence. • a long comparison of 2 unlike things • was a nymph who lived on the island of Ogygia • Circe can _________________ men into animals. • fake name that Odysseus uses to fool the cyclopes • ...
GREEKS 2021-06-28
Across
- Age that came after Dorion conquest
- By 8__ BC resurgence of Greek culture
- Mythical half-bull, half-man creature
- ___________ environment was harsh and cruel
- Greek women had very little of this
- Greek word for city
- Second great Greek civilisation
- The city was the ___________ form of existence
Down
- Conquered the Mycenaeans
- City-______
- First great Greek civilisation
- To not belong to a city was to be this
- What sort country was Macedonia?
- Island from where we get the word 'lesbian'
- The city-states never achieved this until Philip II
- Island of King Minos
- Greek female poet
- King of Mycenae, led the Greeks at Troy
18 Clues: City-______ • Greek female poet • Greek word for city • Island of King Minos • Conquered the Mycenaeans • First great Greek civilisation • Second great Greek civilisation • What sort country was Macedonia? • Age that came after Dorion conquest • Greek women had very little of this • By 8__ BC resurgence of Greek culture • Mythical half-bull, half-man creature • ...
Mythology 2023-12-15
11 Clues: The sea • Thunder • Inventor • Half-man • Underworld • Snake hair • Three heads • Love and Beauty • Home of the Gods • Wisdom and Courage • Flew too close to the sun
MYTHOLOGY 2024-02-02
Across
- Three-headed dog of the underworld
- three sisters
- Offering consisting of wine and honey.
- Grecian Heroic son of Zeus.
Down
- wife of Dionysus, betrayed by Theseus.
- Half bull, half man son of Pasiphae, monster of Minos.
- Goddess of love and beauty, Grecian name for "Venus".
- Jason and the "______" fleece.
- God of the sun
- flew too close to the sun
- Grecian Queen of the Gods.
11 Clues: three sisters • God of the sun • flew too close to the sun • Grecian Queen of the Gods. • Grecian Heroic son of Zeus. • Jason and the "______" fleece. • Three-headed dog of the underworld • wife of Dionysus, betrayed by Theseus. • Offering consisting of wine and honey. • Goddess of love and beauty, Grecian name for "Venus". • ...
Mythology 2024-03-26
Across
- The river which Egyptian mythology is from
- Land of the giants
- Dooms Day
- after life of a warrior after they die
- Famous animal from egyptian mythology
- The god of blank has a head of the animal he rules
Down
- Trickster god
- God of war and lost his hand
- Thors hammer
- The type of thing often referred to in Egyptian heads
- Most beloved god
11 Clues: Dooms Day • Thors hammer • Trickster god • Most beloved god • Land of the giants • God of war and lost his hand • Famous animal from egyptian mythology • after life of a warrior after they die • The river which Egyptian mythology is from • The god of blank has a head of the animal he rules • The type of thing often referred to in Egyptian heads
Mythology 2023-07-04
12 Clues: and_romulus • spider_lady • Icarus's_dad • shak's_fav_god • god_paris_chose • man_with_2_faces • Theseus_nearly_wife • killed by Hercules :) • witch_who_turns_men_into_pigs • thrown off mount olympus but Juno • creature_who_gives_midas_golden_touch • boy_who_flew_in_the_chariot_of_the_sun
Mythology 2022-12-08
11 Clues: the first god • the god of war • the god of the sun • The goddess of war • the god of the sea • the god of the dead • the goddess of love • The goddess of the hunt • the goddess of marriage • the goddess of the harvest • the person who started the trojan war
ancient Rome and Greek 2021-02-11
Across
- Romans and Greeks had ____.
- Romans had much ____.
- the pottery consisted mostly of ____.
- both Greek and Romans had _____.
- while Romans were a republic, the greek were a .
- Roman had things called ____ that fought each other.
- these two city states started the _____ war.
- both Romans and Greeks focused their art on important figures.
- roman women were not allowed to ___ assembly.
- both Greek and Rome had a political _____.
- both Romans and Greeks used Latin _____.
Down
- the Romans had many _____.
- Romans built many ____
- the Romans had ______ for laws.
- the Romans' art was ____ by the Greek.
- Roman also had buildings for ____.
- both Romans and Greeks had an To determine stuff, but only men could go.
- a city-state in Greek name is ___.
- this helped decide who would be the _____.
- Greek had another city state called ____.
20 Clues: Romans had much ____. • Romans built many ____ • the Romans had many _____. • Romans and Greeks had ____. • the Romans had ______ for laws. • both Greek and Romans had _____. • Roman also had buildings for ____. • a city-state in Greek name is ___. • the pottery consisted mostly of ____. • the Romans' art was ____ by the Greek. • both Romans and Greeks used Latin _____. • ...
Ch.8 Cross Word 2017-03-15
Across
- A city-state in ancient Greece.
- cities that began in Greek colonies
- The first Greek leader that brought democracy to Athens
- Where Minoans lived
- aegean
- The way that Greeks travel
- a system of government
- A Greek poet, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey
- The tyrant that was the leader of Athens
Down
- Who were first to speak Greek language
- a poem set to music
- Geographic features that cover most of Greece
- The first Greek cities state
- Small group holds all the power.
- People who had the right to participate in government
- A market and meting place
- rich landowners
- Short stories that teach the reader lessons about life or give advice on how to live
- A Greek famous for his fables
- What were Homer and Aesop popular for
20 Clues: aegean • rich landowners • a poem set to music • Where Minoans lived • a system of government • A market and meting place • The way that Greeks travel • The first Greek cities state • A Greek famous for his fables • A city-state in ancient Greece. • Small group holds all the power. • cities that began in Greek colonies • What were Homer and Aesop popular for • ...
Magistra's Latin Crossword -due next class 2017-09-29
Across
- The Greek name for the Queen of the gods
- Aphrodite's Roman name
- Poseidon's Roman name
- When you have two or more nouns
- Hephaestus' Roman name
- The Greek name for the goddess of love
- Families of nouns
- The case used for the direct object of a sentence
- When you have one noun
- The Greek name for the King of the gods
- The mother of Athena
- The Greek name for the god of the seas
- Greek name for the god of war
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- Hera's Roman name
- Metis was the goddess of...
- Zeus' Roman name
- The Greek name for the god of smiths
- The case used for the subject of a sentence
- Parts of Speech/ Jobs that a noun does in Latin
- Threw apples of discord
- Athena was born from her father's...
21 Clues: Zeus' Roman name • Hera's Roman name • Families of nouns • The mother of Athena • Poseidon's Roman name • Aphrodite's Roman name • Hephaestus' Roman name • When you have one noun • Threw apples of discord • Metis was the goddess of... • Greek name for the god of war • When you have two or more nouns • The Greek name for the god of smiths • Athena was born from her father's... • ...
Greek and Latin Prefixes 2022-10-02
Across
- Latin prefix meaning seven
- to cut something in two
- a unit of measure that is 1/100 of a meter
- three letter Greek prefix meaning two
- Greek prefix meaning five
- a period of 10 years
- an animal with eight legs
- an animal with four feet or legs
- Latin prefix meaning four
- Latin prefix meaning 1000
- glasses used on only one eye
- Greek prefix meaning 1000
- a shape with six angles and six sides
Down
- Greek prefix meaning seven
- a unit land equal to 100 acres
- a word that means someone has lived six decades (6 years)
- a period of ten years
- Greek prefix meaning nine
- Latin prefix meaning five
- a nine-sided shape
- Latin prefix meaning one
- Greek and Latin prefix meaning three
- a difficult problem with two bad choices
23 Clues: a nine-sided shape • a period of 10 years • a period of ten years • to cut something in two • Latin prefix meaning one • Greek prefix meaning nine • Latin prefix meaning five • Greek prefix meaning five • an animal with eight legs • Latin prefix meaning four • Latin prefix meaning 1000 • Greek prefix meaning 1000 • Greek prefix meaning seven • Latin prefix meaning seven • ...
Greece ARCH 2021-12-06
Across
- an order of ancient Greek Architecture that features grooved columns with no grooved bases and an upper story with square sculpture called metopes
- a projecting ledge over a wall
- A "high city". temple complex
- a colonnade surrounding a building or closing a courtyard
- the main room of a temple where the god is housed
- body of a column
- a public plaza where religious/social things took place
- the triangle top of a temple that contains sculptures
- an order of Greek architecture that features columns with scrolled capitals and an upper story with sculptures and friezes
- an ancient Greek covered walkway having columns on one side and a wall on the other
- a small relief sculpture on the facade of a Greek temple
- a horizontal band of sculpture
Down
- a building column that is shaped like a female
- an order of ancient Greek architecture similar to ionic
- four columns in the front/back of a temple
- a entryway to a temple
- an ancient Greek circular building
- a graceful arrangement of the body
- way a ceremonial road for a procession built to honor Athena during a festival
- a projecting grooved element alternating with a metope on a Greek temple
- and archaic Greek sculpture of standing youth
- the upper story of a Greek temple
22 Clues: body of a column • a entryway to a temple • A "high city". temple complex • a projecting ledge over a wall • a horizontal band of sculpture • the upper story of a Greek temple • an ancient Greek circular building • a graceful arrangement of the body • four columns in the front/back of a temple • and archaic Greek sculpture of standing youth • ...
The Greek World 2014-03-28
Across
- Clear or order based thinking
- Greek philosopher who taught by asking questions
- Group of warriors who stood close together in a square
- King of Macedonia
- The first ruler of the Persian Empire
- Greek-like, or influenced by Greek ideas
- War War between Athens and Sparta
- Led the second invasion of Greece
Down
- Wars Series of wars between Persia and Greece
- One of the greatest conquerors in history
- An Agreement to work together
- Expanded the borders of the Persian Empire
- Great Greek doctor
- Greek mathematician
- Greek philosopher who was a student of Socrates
- Greek philosopher known for logic and reasoning
- Unit of soldiers who ride horses
17 Clues: King of Macedonia • Great Greek doctor • Greek mathematician • Clear or order based thinking • An Agreement to work together • Unit of soldiers who ride horses • War War between Athens and Sparta • Led the second invasion of Greece • The first ruler of the Persian Empire • Greek-like, or influenced by Greek ideas • One of the greatest conquerors in history • ...
Roman Empire 4-6 2023-05-11
Across
- money
- Frankish king who built a huge kingdom in Gaul.
- the areas outside of Italy that the Romans controlled
- an author who wrote a great epic about the founding of Rome, the Aeneid
- a poet who wrote about Roman mythology.
- considered the most evil of all the emperors.
- emperor made Christianity the official religion of Rome in 312 A.D. following the battle Milvian Bridge.
- a raised channel used to carry water from mountains into cities.
Down
- decay in people’s values.
- last emperor of Western Roman before its end in 476 A.D.
- fearsome Hun leader who attacked Rome’s eastern empire.
- the emperor under whom the Romans conquered most of the island of Britain
- _____________languages the languages that developed from Latin, including Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Romanian
- a legal system based on a written code of laws.
- country homes belonging to rich Romans.
- Greek doctor who lived in the Roman Empire in the AD 100s.
- emperor who divided the Roman Empire into two parts.
- style of writing that pokes fun at people or society.
18 Clues: money • decay in people’s values. • country homes belonging to rich Romans. • a poet who wrote about Roman mythology. • considered the most evil of all the emperors. • Frankish king who built a huge kingdom in Gaul. • a legal system based on a written code of laws. • emperor who divided the Roman Empire into two parts. • ...
Constellation Mythology 2020-09-03
Across
- the crab who bit Hercules and Hera added to the stars
- harp Orpheus played music that pleased Zues and was put in the night sky
- Aphrodite and Eros turned themselves into fish to escape Typhon
- the ram that became the golden fleece
- centaur who was accidentally shot by Hercules
- represent law, fairness, and civility
- twins Castor and Pollux were placed in the sky when Castor died
- bear that was the mother of Arcas who Zeus would not let Arcas shoot
- born from the blood of Medusa that fell into the sea
- turned into a swan in the night sky when his brother was shot down
- hunter who was the son of Poseidon
- a lover of Zeus that Hera was jealous of so she turned her into a bear
- the bull Hercules defeated in his labor
Down
- the lion Hercules killed in his great labors
- an eagle that carried thunderbolts for Zues
- a cupbearer to the gods was given eternal youth in the stars
- queen that boasted about her daughter and was banished to the sky
- one of Orion's hunting dogs
- the only monster who was able to defeat Orion
- goddess of wheat/agriculture
20 Clues: one of Orion's hunting dogs • goddess of wheat/agriculture • hunter who was the son of Poseidon • the ram that became the golden fleece • represent law, fairness, and civility • the bull Hercules defeated in his labor • an eagle that carried thunderbolts for Zues • the lion Hercules killed in his great labors • centaur who was accidentally shot by Hercules • ...
Mythology Crossword 2021-01-29
Across
- The Egyptian god of war and chaos
- A Norse trickster god who is considered to be the brother of Thor
- A three-headed dog who guards the gates of the Underworld
- The Greek god of the sea
- A Greek hero who killed Medusa
- A fire-breathing hybrid of a lion, a goat, and a snake
- The queen of the Amazons
- The Greek goddess of war and wisdom
- A Greek creature with the upper body of a horse and the lower body of a fish
- The Greek goddess of the hearth, who is often known as the forgotten Olympian
Down
- The Egyptian god of death who was killed by his brother
- The Roman god of the Underworld
- This creature has snakes for hair, and her gaze will turn you into stone
- An Irish wailing ghost
- The Roman goddess of hunting and the moon
- A creature with the upper body of a human and the lower body of a horse
- The mischievous Greek god of trade and thieves
- The Greek god of war
- A monstrous creature also known as the Abominable Snowman
- The Roman goddess of agriculture
20 Clues: The Greek god of war • An Irish wailing ghost • The Greek god of the sea • The queen of the Amazons • A Greek hero who killed Medusa • The Roman god of the Underworld • The Roman goddess of agriculture • The Egyptian god of war and chaos • The Greek goddess of war and wisdom • The Roman goddess of hunting and the moon • The mischievous Greek god of trade and thieves • ...
Norse Mythology 2021-11-09
Across
- - Odin's other raven
- - The leader of the Aesir
- - The strongest of the gods
- - The realm of the dead
- - The void between the realms
- - What they call Earth
- - Loki's daughter
- - Odin's 8-legged horse
- - The Vanir goddess of beauty
- - The queen of the gods, spins clouds
- - Where the elves live
- - The most beloved of the gods
- The warrior gods - Odin, Frigga, Thor, etc.
- - The women who take the warriors to Valhalla
Down
- - One of Odin's ravens
- - Thor's wife, has gold hair
- - The world snake, one of Loki's kids
- - Thor's hammer
- - The trickster god
- - Where the best warriors go when they die
- - The realm of fire
- - Where the Aesir live
- - Keeper of the golden apples
- - The one-handed god of war
- - The rainbow bridge
- - The World Tree
- - The end of the world
- - The who guards the Bifrost
- - Freya's twin brother, has a golden boar
- - The tribe of gods who love nature
- - The Norse word for giants
31 Clues: - Thor's hammer • - The World Tree • - Loki's daughter • - The trickster god • - The realm of fire • - Odin's other raven • - The rainbow bridge • - One of Odin's ravens • - Where the Aesir live • - What they call Earth • - The end of the world • - Where the elves live • - The realm of the dead • - Odin's 8-legged horse • - The leader of the Aesir • - The strongest of the gods • ...
Mythology Review 2012-11-05
Across
- Dragon-like creatures with wings who turned men into stone
- the powerful ruler of Crete
- The vast, immeasurable abyss mentioned in the story of the creation of the world
- a winged horse that had sprung from the Gorgon's when Perseus killed her
- Zeus's symbol is the _______ bolt
- Zeus's island; ruled by king Minos
- Accompanied Jason on the quest for the Golden Fleece
- The daughter of Demeter and queen of the underworld
- Persephone's Roman name
- Fell in love with his own reflection and died
- Killed his wife and children and completed 12 labors as penance
- Apollo's first love
- half-man/ half-horse
- Bacchus' Greek name/ god of wine & poetry
- The deeper division of the underworld
- the Gorgon killed by Perseus
- Gigantic, one-eyed monster
- Killed the Minotaur
- helped Odysseus survive the sirens
- Goat-men
Down
- Home of the gods
- King of the gods
- The god of desire and affection; son of Aphrodite
- Charmed the gods with his lyre and great musical talent
- Satyr; son of Hermes; chief of the divinities who lived in the world
- Fearful creature with the front of a lion, behind of a serpent, and a goat in between
- creatures with enchanting voices whose singing lured sailors to their death
- What Jason brought back to Pelias
- The cyclops whom Odysseus escaped
- the huge maze in which the Minotaur was detained
- The ship Jason and the argonauts sailed in
- Fathers of the gods; often called the "elder gods"
- Zeus's Roman name
- A gifted young sculptor who hated women
- Half man/ half bull
- The division of the underworld where the dead pass as soon as they die
- Neptune's Greek name
- The three winged goddesses in the underworld who pursue and punish sinners
- three-headed dog
- The first woman created; released terrible things into the world
- goddess of the harvest
- Evil flying creatures that leave behind them a terrible stench
- Sent Jason on the quest for the Golden Fleece
43 Clues: Goat-men • Home of the gods • King of the gods • three-headed dog • Zeus's Roman name • Half man/ half bull • Apollo's first love • Killed the Minotaur • Neptune's Greek name • half-man/ half-horse • goddess of the harvest • Persephone's Roman name • Gigantic, one-eyed monster • the powerful ruler of Crete • the Gorgon killed by Perseus • Zeus's symbol is the _______ bolt • ...
Mythology Project 2013-04-24
Across
- Who is good at weaving
- hyperion is the titan of ______
- what is crushed by mount olympus
- the number of muses there are
- love is country
- goddess of spring
- earth goddess
- What is arachne turned into
- Who is zapped in a gorgon
- killed arges
- love is romantic
- daughter of oceanus
Down
- wife of cronus
- mom of monsters
- who takes persephone to the underworld
- the roman name of Hercules
- giant, one eyed monsters
- Son of Ouronos
- number of heads cerberus has
- helped avenge those who were wrong
- love is brotherly
- who ended uranus' rule by castrating him
- themis was the mother of fates and _______
- ____ has 100 eyes
- god of love
25 Clues: god of love • killed arges • earth goddess • wife of cronus • Son of Ouronos • mom of monsters • love is country • love is romantic • goddess of spring • love is brotherly • ____ has 100 eyes • daughter of oceanus • Who is good at weaving • giant, one eyed monsters • Who is zapped in a gorgon • the roman name of Hercules • What is arachne turned into • number of heads cerberus has • ...
Mythology Crossword 2013-04-21
Across
- ______ is Percy's best friend in The Lightning Thief.
- The _______ is half man, half horse.
- ________ is a three headed dog witha dragon tail which guards the entrance to the underworld.
- A ______ is a female monsters with snakes for hair.
- The _________ is the kingdom of the dead that is ruled over by Hades.
- The major gods live and hold court in _____ _______.
- In The Lightning Thief, ________ is a demigod daughter of Athena.
- ______ was the Titaness of the forth day and the planet Mercury.
- _______ is best known as the strongest of all mortals.
- _____ was the Titanis mother of the gods, and a goddess of female fertility, motherhood, and generation.
- In the beginning there was only ______.
- _____ was one of the female Titanes , a bride of Zeus, and the mother of the twin gods Apollon and Artemis.
Down
- _______ is the mother of all monsters.
- To ensure his safety, ________ ate all of his children as they were born.
- ______ has 100 heads, poisonous eyes, and his mouth spews lava.
- The ________ were gigantic one eyed monsters.
- A king sent _______ on a quest, to kill the monster Medusa and bring back her head.
- The author The Lightning Thief is _____ ______.
- _____ is the Earth goddess.
- ______ led the Titanes in a rebellion against Zeus and was condemned to bear the heavens upon his shoulders.
- Athena punished _______ by turning her hair into snakes and cursing by making herso ugly that who ever looked into her eyes would turn to stone.
- ________ is the sky god and the first ruler.
- _______ is the Titan of light, the father of the sun, the moon, and the dawn.
- _____ is the daughter of Zeus and Hera and is the goddess of youth.
- Spiders get ther name from _______.
25 Clues: _____ is the Earth goddess. • Spiders get ther name from _______. • The _______ is half man, half horse. • _______ is the mother of all monsters. • In the beginning there was only ______. • ________ is the sky god and the first ruler. • The ________ were gigantic one eyed monsters. • The author The Lightning Thief is _____ ______. • ...
Mythology Terms 2013-06-08
Across
- anything he touched turned to gold.
- queen of the Gods.
- the ability to predict the future.
- evidence that one was elsewhere when a criminal act was alleged to have happened.
- the golden box that let evil in the world.
- king of the Gods.
- Hades wife.
- when blood flow to the brain stops.
- goddess of love.
- an open disrespect for a person or thing.
- symbol was the lyre.
- god of the underworld.
- when people loose control of their muscles.
- an analytical or Interpretive literary composition.
- goddess of agriculture.
- having or showing an excessive pride in oneself.
Down
- a corrective lens for one eye, held in place by facial muscles.
- an additional occupation for pleasure or hobby.
- chief Executive Officer.
- what the Greek Gods called earth.
- blood relationship or sharing of characteristics.
- an inexpensive piece of jewelry.
- goddess of wisdom and warfare.
- to up set or confuse someone.
- symbols are fire and the hammer.
- goddess of hunt.
- god of the sea and storms.
- a person lower in status or rank.
- a form of musical articulation.
- messenger of the Gods.
30 Clues: Hades wife. • goddess of love. • goddess of hunt. • king of the Gods. • queen of the Gods. • symbol was the lyre. • god of the underworld. • messenger of the Gods. • goddess of agriculture. • chief Executive Officer. • god of the sea and storms. • to up set or confuse someone. • goddess of wisdom and warfare. • a form of musical articulation. • an inexpensive piece of jewelry. • ...
Roman Mythology 2013-03-18
Across
- Coniugio, regina deum numen Romani
- Romani deus ex aqua et mare
- a primaevo genus potens numina, filiis Gaia et Uranus
- Iuppiter Alcmenae filius viri
- Romanus deum belli
- Romanus dea cuius fabula est fundamentum fabula vernis
- deus uva messis, winemaking et vinum
- dea de agricultura, frumenta fertilitas et maternam necessitudines
- Deus transitus principia portas ostia ostia tempore finis
- Deus lux solis, et prophetiae veritatem sanitatem plaga canere carmen, et
- Venatu deae lunam et birthing
Down
- deae numen litterarum artiumque scientia
- Rex Deus caelum et fulmina et deos
- Dea virgo focum domesticum familiae Romanae religionis
- triceps canis est custos portae inferi multi
- Romani dea munia circumplexi amore forma, sexus, ubertatem, prosperitatem et victoria
- dea sapientiae et artium Romani suscipit negotiamini et pro
- portitor infernos, qui portat animas de noviter defuncti trans flumina Styx
- Rector infernae
- deus silvestris, pastores et greges, natura mons avia venandi et agresti music, et socius nymphae
20 Clues: Rector infernae • Romanus deum belli • Romani deus ex aqua et mare • Iuppiter Alcmenae filius viri • Venatu deae lunam et birthing • Coniugio, regina deum numen Romani • Rex Deus caelum et fulmina et deos • deus uva messis, winemaking et vinum • deae numen litterarum artiumque scientia • triceps canis est custos portae inferi multi • ...
Mythology Mystery 2014-12-01
Across
- Ruler of the underworld
- Goddess of love and beauty
- Son of Zeus and Danae
- The owner of the Golden Apple
- Ruler of the sea
- Meaning of name is "afterthought"
- Wife of Orpheus
- Greatest musician of the Gods
- God of love
- Against the Greeks
- Goddess of discord
- Father of Jupiter and God of agriculture
Down
- Chose who got the Golden Apple
- Rightful heir to throne of Iolcus
- The most beautiful woman on earth
- Daughter of Demeter
- Ruler of Gods and mankind
- Meaning of name is "forethought"
- Mass of confusion in darkness
- Against the Trojans
- God of war
- Most powerful Goddess
- Had one eye in middle of forehead
- Turns anyone who looks at her to stone
- The false king
- Goddess of wisdom and weaving
26 Clues: God of war • God of love • The false king • Wife of Orpheus • Ruler of the sea • Against the Greeks • Goddess of discord • Daughter of Demeter • Against the Trojans • Son of Zeus and Danae • Most powerful Goddess • Ruler of the underworld • Ruler of Gods and mankind • Goddess of love and beauty • The owner of the Golden Apple • Mass of confusion in darkness • Greatest musician of the Gods • ...
Mythology Crossword 2016-10-04
Across
- Slayed the minotaur
- His touch turned everything to gold
- Has snakes for hair
- Fell in love with himself
- One-eyed giants
- Son of the sun god
- Twin of Artemis
- Goddesses of beauty
- Could only repeat what she heard
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- Three-headed dog
- Embodiment of love
- Almost escaped the underworld
- Could fly with winged shoes
- God of war
- Raised by bears
- Queen of the gods
- Goddess of the soul
- King of the gods
- First human woman
- They controlled everything and everyone
- God of fire
- God of the underworld
22 Clues: God of war • God of fire • Raised by bears • One-eyed giants • Twin of Artemis • Three-headed dog • King of the gods • Queen of the gods • First human woman • Embodiment of love • Son of the sun god • Slayed the minotaur • Has snakes for hair • Goddess of the soul • Goddesses of beauty • God of the underworld • Fell in love with himself • Could fly with winged shoes • Almost escaped the underworld • ...
Mythology Review 2016-12-02
Across
- symbolized by a helmet of invisibility
- goddess of the moon, woods, and wild things
- statue created by Pygmalion
- most often symbolized by an aegis or thunderbolt
- symbolized by laurel and lyre
- explains why there are 4 months of winter
- Venus made her complete tasks; loved by Cupid
- lame, ugly, symbolized by anvil
- symbolized by vulture
- unknowingly killed his father and married his mother
- Shakespeare's inspiration for "Juliet"
- father of the 12 Olympian
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- symbolized by a hearth; goddess of home
- goddess of wisdom, symbolized by owl
- patroness of marriage
- dove is her symbol
- made to carry the world on his shoulders
- killed by snakes on her wedding day
- name means "forethought"
- also known as Bacchus
- known as Neptune
- messenger god
22 Clues: messenger god • known as Neptune • dove is her symbol • patroness of marriage • also known as Bacchus • symbolized by vulture • name means "forethought" • father of the 12 Olympian • statue created by Pygmalion • symbolized by laurel and lyre • lame, ugly, symbolized by anvil • killed by snakes on her wedding day • goddess of wisdom, symbolized by owl • ...
Magnificent Mythology 2016-04-19
Across
- Who was Artemis’ best male friend?
- Who desired to have everything he touched turn to gold?
- Who was the man who fell in love, and just as the wedding day came his love died forcing him to journey into Hades to save her?
- What was the river of forgetfulness?
- What mythical creature lured men to their deaths at sea?
- Goddess Of The Hunt
- What god has sacred cattle?
- Who supposedly made horses?
- What did the gods drink to stay immortal?
- Titan Who Created Man
- Who got to ride his father's chariot, and met an unfortunate fate?
- Who granted Midas his wish?
- Who is the goddess of the harvest?
- Who is the god of War?
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- What creature is known for only having a single eye?
- What were Phaetons’ sisters turned into?
- Who was forced to choose between 3 goddesses to reward with the golden apple?
- Who cursed Medusa to become a monster?
- What did Arachne challenge Athena to do in a competition?
- Who opened the box that released havoc onto the world?
- Half-Man, Half-Bull
- Who got turned into a cow by Zeus?
- Who invented the Lyre?
- Who did Hades take to the underworld as his wife?
- Who is condemned to roll uphill a huge marble block for all eternity?
- Who was hephaestus married to?
- Who was the god of the forge?
- The Part of Hades known as Paradise
- What city is named after the goddess of wisdom?
29 Clues: Half-Man, Half-Bull • Goddess Of The Hunt • Titan Who Created Man • Who invented the Lyre? • Who is the god of War? • What god has sacred cattle? • Who supposedly made horses? • Who granted Midas his wish? • Who was the god of the forge? • Who was hephaestus married to? • Who was Artemis’ best male friend? • Who got turned into a cow by Zeus? • The Part of Hades known as Paradise • ...
Magical Mythology 2016-04-19
Across
- Who got turned into a cow by Zeus?
- What did Arachne challenge Athena to do in a competition?
- Who supposedly made horses?
- Who was hephaestus married to?
- Who did Hades take to the underworld as his wife?
- Who was forced to choose between 3 goddesses to reward with the golden apple?
- What was the river of forgetfulness?
- Who desired to have everything he touched turn to gold?
- Titan Who Created Man
- Goddess Of The Hunt
- Who is condemned to roll uphill a huge marble block for all eternity?
- Who is the goddess of the harvest?
- Who got to ride his father's chariot, and met an unfortunate fate?
Down
- What mythical creature lured men to their deaths at sea?
- Who opened the box that released havoc onto the world?
- What creature is known for only having a single eye?
- Who granted Midas his wish?
- Half-Man, Half-Bull
- Who was the god of the forge?
- Who was Artemis’ best male friend?
- What god has sacred cattle?
- The Part of Hades known as Paradise
- What did the gods drink to stay immortal?
- What city is named after the goddess of wisdom?
- Who is the god of War?
- Who invented the Lyre?
- Who cursed Medusa to become a monster?
- Who was the man who fell in love, and just as the wedding day came his love died forcing him to journey into Hades to save her?
- What were Phaetons’ sisters turned into?
29 Clues: Half-Man, Half-Bull • Goddess Of The Hunt • Titan Who Created Man • Who is the god of War? • Who invented the Lyre? • Who supposedly made horses? • Who granted Midas his wish? • What god has sacred cattle? • Who was the god of the forge? • Who was hephaestus married to? • Who got turned into a cow by Zeus? • Who was Artemis’ best male friend? • The Part of Hades known as Paradise • ...
Roman Mythology 2016-02-24
Across
- goddess of love
- another name for Athena
- This goddess' symbol is the owl
- half man half god
- the sky father
- god of wine
- Hill hill on which Romulus built his city
- Roman equivalent of Zeus
- another name for Apollo
- Poseidon's weapon
- Talaria-winged sandals symbolizes this god
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- god of war
- god of the forge
- hound that guards the underworld
- taken from Menelaus to Troy
- god of the sea
- Greek equivalent of Venus
- god caught having affair with Venus
- where Queen Dido resides
- Zeus holds this
- fiancé of Lavinia
- rules the underworld
- goddess of harvest
- goddess of hunt
- fire symbolizes this goddess
25 Clues: god of war • god of wine • god of the sea • the sky father • goddess of love • Zeus holds this • goddess of hunt • god of the forge • half man half god • fiancé of Lavinia • Poseidon's weapon • goddess of harvest • rules the underworld • another name for Athena • another name for Apollo • where Queen Dido resides • Roman equivalent of Zeus • Greek equivalent of Venus • taken from Menelaus to Troy • ...
Mythology Crossword 2017-03-09
Across
- literary
- Grover is a ____
- autobots ___ and roll out
- ___ if you were an animal
- when a police officer creates an autopsy they ____ how the man died
- another word for ruin
- no harm done to someone is not known as being injured but being ____
- synonym for immune
- ____ what that man looks like
- an x-men that is made of metal
- People with OCD always ___ their room
- ____ this piece of evidence you have written
- ____ this situation
- "I know you're mad at me but I don't want to ___ with you right now.
- Poseidon's preferred weapon
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- in the movie The Lightning Thief Percy's mentor is a type of mythical being, he was in a wheelchair because he is trying to hide his other part of his body he is half and half of something.
- synonym for formidable
- all-knowing
- ____ this paragraph
- synonym for analyze
- when you get hit with a taser you are temporarily ____
- a priest will throw holy water at you if you are ___
- If I push Thomas down the stairs he would ___ down
- brief
- honey
25 Clues: brief • honey • literary • all-knowing • Grover is a ____ • synonym for immune • ____ this paragraph • synonym for analyze • ____ this situation • another word for ruin • synonym for formidable • autobots ___ and roll out • ___ if you were an animal • Poseidon's preferred weapon • ____ what that man looks like • an x-men that is made of metal • People with OCD always ___ their room • ...
NDM- Mythology 2017-10-03
Across
- He is son of Zeus, he is the God of music, playing a golden lyre.
- the wisest of the titans
- lord of the underworld, ruling over the dead.
- Goddess of corn, grain, and the harvest.
- She was Goddess of the hunt, the moon, and the natural environment.
- She is the daughter of Zeus. She sprang full grown in armor from his forehead thus has no mother.
- Father Heaven.
- fought against Zeus, Zeus punished him by making him hold up the earth for all eternity.
- ruler of all Gods, he is the God of the sky.
- He is the god of war.
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- Goddess of love and beauty.
- God of Sea and protector of all waters.
- He is the son of Zeus and Hera. He is the only God to be physically ugly.
- the titan of light, the father of the sun, the moon, and the dawn.
- sister of Zeus, Goddess of Hearth (home).
- the ruling titan.
- He was the cleverest of the Olympian gods, and messenger to all other gods.
- Mother Earth
- wife of Zeus, Goddess of marriage and childbirth.
- wife of Cronus.
20 Clues: Mother Earth • Father Heaven. • wife of Cronus. • the ruling titan. • He is the god of war. • the wisest of the titans • Goddess of love and beauty. • God of Sea and protector of all waters. • Goddess of corn, grain, and the harvest. • sister of Zeus, Goddess of Hearth (home). • ruler of all Gods, he is the God of the sky. • lord of the underworld, ruling over the dead. • ...
General Mythology 2018-10-24
Across
- Cupid's mom
- Mother of "the big six"
- The first part of every quest
- "Mother Earth"
- Known as the god of wine and festivity
- Who Medusa married
- Ancient Olympics held each year to honor who
- Poseidon's roman name
- After Cronus died, his blood created giants and
- Gaea and Uranus' strongest child
- The only big six that doesn't have a weapon
- Hades' weapon
- Titan that holds up the world
Down
- God of the sun
- Place of misery and torture
- Hades wife
- "The Heaven
- Who owned the three-headed dog
- An element of a myth is Fate &
- Person that cursed Medusa
- Three headed dog
- Half fish
- Half bird half woman
23 Clues: Half fish • Hades wife • "The Heaven • Cupid's mom • Hades' weapon • God of the sun • "Mother Earth" • Three headed dog • Who Medusa married • Half bird half woman • Poseidon's roman name • Mother of "the big six" • Person that cursed Medusa • Place of misery and torture • The first part of every quest • Titan that holds up the world • Who owned the three-headed dog • An element of a myth is Fate & • ...
Mythology Review 2018-12-05
Across
- her 'throw' started the Trojan War
- half-man, half-bull
- home to Zeus and his friends
- wished for gold everything
- Achilles' special troops
- chose Aphrodite as 'the fairest'
- obsessed with his own reflection
- Helen's husband
- defiance towards the gods
- hero known for his strength and temper
- can only repeat last words
- kidnapped and married Persephone
Down
- the most beautiful woman in the world
- the messenger god
- food of the gods
- his temper caused earthquakes
- god of wine, revelry
- beautiful love goddess
- flying horse
- died from an arrow to his heel
- journeyed to kill Medusa
- means 'the soul'
- drink of the gods
- goddess of wisdom, war
- nine-headed serpent that Hercules killed
25 Clues: flying horse • Helen's husband • food of the gods • means 'the soul' • the messenger god • drink of the gods • half-man, half-bull • god of wine, revelry • beautiful love goddess • goddess of wisdom, war • Achilles' special troops • journeyed to kill Medusa • defiance towards the gods • wished for gold everything • can only repeat last words • home to Zeus and his friends • ...
Mythology Crossword 2022-03-08
Across
- Something, an illness, lasting a long time
- Named from the God Saturn
- A very violent that moves in a circle
- produced by putrefaction or filth
- nunlike
- spread frenzy
- to pray
- a maze
- Act of meditating or pondering
- Family of flowers including daffodils
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- Enormous in size or strength
- anything dealing with a spider web
- Name of the nymph that fell in love with Narcissus
- Relating to love
- Obsessed with the idea of one's own beauty
- A very violent wind
- plain word
- Roman smith-god who took a mountain
- Another name for a map
- warlike
20 Clues: a maze • nunlike • warlike • to pray • plain word • spread frenzy • Relating to love • A very violent wind • Another name for a map • Named from the God Saturn • Enormous in size or strength • Act of meditating or pondering • produced by putrefaction or filth • anything dealing with a spider web • Roman smith-god who took a mountain • A very violent that moves in a circle • ...