greek mythology Crossword Puzzles
Word Origin- Mitch 2021-09-07
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- From Spanish south american
- From Europium meaning 'the 1 who makes the bread'
- From Latin meaning ' I see'
- Probably from Chinese meaning 'Tomato sauce'
- From Old Norse
- From Greek meaning'huge pit'
- From Latin meaning 'place to stay'
- From Old Norse meaning 'weary'
- From Japanese meaning 'Empty hand'
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- From Greek
- From Spanish in the middle of central america
- From Hindi
- From Old Norse 'dik'
- From Latin
- From Europium meaning '1 twelfth'
- From europium
- From Greek komos meaning 'Celebration'
- From Spanish south american
18 Clues: From Greek • From Hindi • From Latin • From europium • From Old Norse • From Old Norse 'dik' • From Spanish south american • From Latin meaning ' I see' • From Spanish south american • From Greek meaning'huge pit' • From Old Norse meaning 'weary' • From Europium meaning '1 twelfth' • From Latin meaning 'place to stay' • From Japanese meaning 'Empty hand' • ...
ion kno 10 2022-12-08
The Culture of Ancient Greece--Chapter 5 Review 2012-12-11
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- Phillip II got Greek cities to join him by doing this to them
- Wrote the History of the Persian Wars
- Dramatist who used painted scenery and three actors to tell a story
- Considered by some to be the greatest historian of the ancient world
- Olympus Highest mountain in Greece
- Told the King there is no royal way to learn geometry
- the Great Freed the Greek cities in Asia Minor from Persian rule
- Taught that there was no right and wrong
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- Said, "Give me a lever and a place to stand, and I will move the earth"
- A traditional story about gods and heroes
- Taught that there happiness came from reason and doing one's duty
- taught that the universe followed the same rules as music and numbers
- This person thought that governments should be headed by philosopher-kings
- Era A time when Greek culture spread throughout the non-Greek world
- This epic by Homer is about the Trojan War
- Greece's northern neighbor
- The goddess of wisdom and crafts
- Greeks hoped to earn the favor of their gods and goddesses by performing these
- II Macedonian king who loved Greek culture
19 Clues: Greece's northern neighbor • The goddess of wisdom and crafts • Olympus Highest mountain in Greece • Wrote the History of the Persian Wars • Taught that there was no right and wrong • A traditional story about gods and heroes • This epic by Homer is about the Trojan War • II Macedonian king who loved Greek culture • Told the King there is no royal way to learn geometry • ...
Apostles by Nick Pelletier 2013-05-08
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- a pseudo-Messian when a human puts himself in the place of God or the new messiah
- a change of turning away from sin and looking towards God
- Letters Thirteen letters that Paul wrote in his own name
- a group of heretical religious movements the believe salvation comes from a secret knowledge only available to the elite in that religion
- Deutero,from the greek deuteros meaning"second"
- From the Latin ascendre, meaning"to climb"
- Non Jewish people
- a Greek word meaning"proclamation"or "preaching"
- "the Lord's house"
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- from the latin inungere,meaning" to smear"
- witness to the saving message of God through a person sacrificing their life
- Another name for a New Testament letter
- from the latin spiritus, meaning "breath"or "soul" meaning the Third person of the holy trinity
- The fiftieth day after Easter when the holy spirit came to the apostles
- From the greek eu meaning "good" and angelos,meaning "messenger"
- a latin word from the greek ekklesia, meaning "assembly"
- a special gift given to a christian for the benefit of the christian community
- from the greek discipulus, meaning"pupil"
- The original name for Christianity
19 Clues: Non Jewish people • "the Lord's house" • The original name for Christianity • Another name for a New Testament letter • from the greek discipulus, meaning"pupil" • from the latin inungere,meaning" to smear" • From the Latin ascendre, meaning"to climb" • Deutero,from the greek deuteros meaning"second" • a Greek word meaning"proclamation"or "preaching" • ...
The Daughter of ISIS 2022-11-15
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- OSIRIS REPRESENTS
- THE HUSBAND OF ISIS AND THE FATHER OF HORUS IN EGYPTIAN MYTHOLOGY HE WAS THE CHIEF GOD UNTIL THE WORSHIP
- THE STUDY OF MYTHS
- A TRADITIONAL STORY SERVING TO EXPLAIN SOME CUSTOMS AND USUALLY INVOLVING THE EXPLOITS OF GODS AND HEROES
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- THE MOST IMPORTANT GODDESS OF THE EGYPTIANS
- A DARING ACT, BOLD DEED
- THE BROTHER OF OSIRIS
- WAS SCARED TO ISIS
- ISIS REPRESENTS
9 Clues: ISIS REPRESENTS • OSIRIS REPRESENTS • WAS SCARED TO ISIS • THE STUDY OF MYTHS • THE BROTHER OF OSIRIS • A DARING ACT, BOLD DEED • THE MOST IMPORTANT GODDESS OF THE EGYPTIANS • THE HUSBAND OF ISIS AND THE FATHER OF HORUS IN EGYPTIAN MYTHOLOGY HE WAS THE CHIEF GOD UNTIL THE WORSHIP • ...
Native American Crossword 2024-05-13
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- a Native American sport that’s like Soccer
- first people in America
- a community of people who are to small to be a country
- a sneaky character in Native American mythology
- a holiday where the natives gave the pilgrims food
- Native American's typical home
- a creature Native Americans hunt a lot
- a very violent attack on the Shoshone tribe
- an article of clothing that people wear mostly in plays or on a holiday
- an animal introduced through the settlers
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- a secret code used in ww2
- a religion that has been proven to be fake
- a treaty the U.S signed with the Cayuse
- a war in between Black Hawk and the settlers
- an area claimed by multiple tribes or a country
- to be the first ones in an area
- what you do to kill a wild animal
- an addictive activity that Native Americans did in sports
- fish released in a ceremony for the Yahooskin tribe
- a well known Native American tribe in the Southeast
- a territory around Idah, Oregon, and Washington
21 Clues: first people in America • a secret code used in ww2 • Native American's typical home • to be the first ones in an area • what you do to kill a wild animal • a creature Native Americans hunt a lot • a treaty the U.S signed with the Cayuse • an animal introduced through the settlers • a religion that has been proven to be fake • a Native American sport that’s like Soccer • ...
Native American Crossword 2024-05-13
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- a Native American sport that’s like Soccer
- first people in America
- a community of people who are to small to be a country
- a sneaky character in Native American mythology
- a holiday where the natives gave the pilgrims food
- Native American's typical home
- a creature Native Americans hunt a lot
- a very violent attack on the Shoshone tribe
- an article of clothing that people wear mostly in plays or on a holiday
- an animal introduced through the settlers
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- a secret code used in ww2
- a religion that has been proven to be fake
- a treaty the U.S signed with the Cayuse
- a war in between Black Hawk and the settlers
- an area claimed by multiple tribes or a country
- to be the first ones in an area
- what you do to kill a wild animal
- an addictive activity that Native Americans did in sports
- fish released in a ceremony for the Yahooskin tribe
- a well known Native American tribe in the Southeast
- a territory around Idah, Oregon, and Washington
21 Clues: first people in America • a secret code used in ww2 • Native American's typical home • to be the first ones in an area • what you do to kill a wild animal • a creature Native Americans hunt a lot • a treaty the U.S signed with the Cayuse • an animal introduced through the settlers • a religion that has been proven to be fake • a Native American sport that’s like Soccer • ...
2425 Book Week: The Magic of Reading (SS Library) #2 2025-03-03
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- First book in The Black Iron Legacy
- A "sharp" book about historical magic
- Story about a girl with a special gift in Midnight Gulch
- Novel featuring mythological creatures inspired by Hindu mythology
- A magic book about the power of female friendship
- Story about a special bond with horses
- Fantasy inspired by Korean mythology (gumiho)
- Book about Disney villains' children
- Series about pirate adventures and a map without an "X"
- Classic novel about a garden with some ties to India
- Story set in a winter wonderland with ice sculptures
- Fantasy novel about a boy and his unicorn
- Series about a family of thieves
- A magical fantasy with "Darling" children
- Novel featuring a mysterious forest an orphan and wizards
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- Book about a magical curse with an herbalist
- Novel featuring "fragile" enchanted objects
- Book featuring the Mad Hatter
- Story about a girl with special powers who discovers a Baba Yaga relative
- A sequel book about a magical mirror
- A "hot" novel featuring magical keys
- Historical novel about survival
- Book in the Sisters Grimm series
23 Clues: Book featuring the Mad Hatter • Historical novel about survival • Series about a family of thieves • Book in the Sisters Grimm series • First book in The Black Iron Legacy • Book about Disney villains' children • A sequel book about a magical mirror • A "hot" novel featuring magical keys • A "sharp" book about historical magic • Story about a special bond with horses • ...
The Persian Wars 2025-05-14
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- – The naval battle where Greek ships trapped the Persian fleet.
- – The battle where a Greek soldier ran over 40km to announce victory.
- – What the Spartans showed at Thermopylae.
- – The powerful empire that tried to conquer Greece.
- – The brave Spartan king who led at Thermopylae.
- – A fast Greek warship used in the Battle of Salamis.
- – The Persian king who invaded Greece with a huge army.
- – A Greek military formation used by hoplites in battle.
- – The Greek city that led the fight at Marathon and Salamis.
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- – The Greek city known for its strong warriors.
- – The Athenian leader who planned the victory at Salamis.
- – A fleet of warships, important at Salamis
- – The battle where 300 Spartans held off a huge Persian army.
13 Clues: – What the Spartans showed at Thermopylae. • – A fleet of warships, important at Salamis • – The Greek city known for its strong warriors. • – The brave Spartan king who led at Thermopylae. • – The powerful empire that tried to conquer Greece. • – A fast Greek warship used in the Battle of Salamis. • – The Persian king who invaded Greece with a huge army. • ...
enlightenment and revolutions 2025-12-09
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- Newton
- AgeOfDiscovery
- Medici
- Sonnet
- Inquisition
- Shakespeare
- Feudalism
- HumanBody
- Locke French Revolution
- Chiaroscuro
- PrintingPress
- CouncilOfTrent
- FrenchWarsOfReligion
- Thomas hobbes
- Cervantes
- Copernicus
- Third estate
- Capitalism
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- ScientificMethod
- Elizabeth
- Reformation
- Enlightenment
- RenaissanceArchitecture
- Greek
- Salons
- Machiavelli
- Secularism
- ThirtyYearsWar
- OilPainting
- MartinLuther
30 Clues: Greek • Newton • Medici • Salons • Sonnet • Elizabeth • Feudalism • HumanBody • Cervantes • Secularism • Copernicus • Capitalism • Reformation • Machiavelli • Inquisition • Shakespeare • Chiaroscuro • OilPainting • MartinLuther • Third estate • Enlightenment • PrintingPress • Thomas hobbes • AgeOfDiscovery • ThirtyYearsWar • CouncilOfTrent • ScientificMethod • FrenchWarsOfReligion • RenaissanceArchitecture • ...
The Lightning Thief Crossword 2014-03-16
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- The Greek god of the sky and keeper of the Lightning Bolt
- The last obstacle to the Underworld who lures customers to his water beds.
- Daughter of Ares who bullied Percy
- Daughter of Athena
- The Greek god of the Underworld
- Son of Hermes and the thief of Zeus' Lightning Bolt
- The major gods and goddesses who rule at Mount Olympus
- The Greek goddess of wisdom and Zeus' daughter
- Echidna's part-lion, part-goat, and part-snake monster son
- AKA Mr. D, director of Camp Half-Blood and the Greek god of wine
- The monster who is Half-Man and Half-Bull
- He ferries dead spirits into the Underworld across the River Styx
- The Guardian of Percy and he is a Satyr
- Percy's mother
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- The deadly trio who guards Hades and the Underworld. One of them is known as Mrs. Dodds
- The titan who speaks to Percy in the Underworld and causes Luke to steal Zeus' Lightning Bolt
- Three-headed dog who guards the entrance to the Underworld.
- Chimera's mother
- Gorgon who disguised herself as Aunty Em
- The Greek god of the sea and father to Percy
- Son of Poseidon and he was framed for stealing Zeus' Lightning Bolt
- The Greek god of war who gives Percy, Annabeth, and Grover a mini-quest to retrieve his shield
- AKA Mr. Brunner, Percy's favorite teacher and he is Centaur
- Percy's stepfather
- Daughter of Zeus who sacrificed her life in order to protect Annabeth, Luke, and Grover
25 Clues: Percy's mother • Chimera's mother • Daughter of Athena • Percy's stepfather • The Greek god of the Underworld • Daughter of Ares who bullied Percy • The Guardian of Percy and he is a Satyr • Gorgon who disguised herself as Aunty Em • The monster who is Half-Man and Half-Bull • The Greek god of the sea and father to Percy • The Greek goddess of wisdom and Zeus' daughter • ...
Oedipus Crossword 2022-09-18
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- The former servant of King Laius who took pity on the baby Oedipus and spared his life.
- the god of plagues
- the second section of an ancient Greek choral ode or of one division of it.
- a lyric poem in the form of an address to a particular subject
- a speech that is spoken at a funeral
- the blind soothsayer of Thebes
- ancient Greek goddess of sexual love and beauty
- two cities that are near each other that both got a eulogy
- Oedipus steps out of this place
- gave Oedipus as a baby to the Corinthian king and queen.
- worn by victors at the Pythian games
- the city oedipus ruled over
- oedipus’ father
- oedipus’ daughter
- type of character in a tragedy that typicaly have heroic traits, and is usually the protagonist.
- a symbol of peace
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- symbolizes the way in which fate has marked him and set him apart
- oedipus’ mother
- an ancient Greek writer of plays, who developed Greek tragedy as a style of theatre.
- the sons of the classic Greek tragic hero and Theban king Oedipus
- the king of Athens
- the people of the town
- the development of events beyond a person's control
- the king of thebes that killed his father and married his mother
- a brother of queen Jocasta
- antigone’s sister
- an object, typically an inscribed ring or stone, that is thought to have magic powers and to bring good luck.
- the first section of an ancient Greek choral ode or of one division of it.
28 Clues: oedipus’ mother • oedipus’ father • antigone’s sister • oedipus’ daughter • a symbol of peace • the god of plagues • the king of Athens • the people of the town • a brother of queen Jocasta • the city oedipus ruled over • the blind soothsayer of Thebes • Oedipus steps out of this place • a speech that is spoken at a funeral • worn by victors at the Pythian games • ...
Crossword: Politics and Governance 2024-01-29
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- RULEOFLAW
- GREEK
- VALUES
- PARTICIPATION
- INTEGRATION
- ACCOUNTABILITY
- EFFECTIVENESS&EFFICIENCY
- TUIBEO
- POLITICALSCIENCE
- SYSTEMATIZATION
- CONSENSUSORIENTED
- TRADITIONAL
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- PHILOSOPICAL
- VERIFICATION
- REGULARTIES
- LASSWELL
- INSTITUTIONAL
- RESPONSIVENESS
- BRECHT
- QUANTIFICATION
- GOVERNANCE
- PURESCIENCE
- PONTON&GILL
- TRANSPARENCY
- EQUITY&INCLUSIVENESS
- TECHNIQUES
- LEGAL
- BEHAVIORAL
- HISTORICAL
- POLITICS
30 Clues: GREEK • LEGAL • BRECHT • VALUES • TUIBEO • LASSWELL • POLITICS • RULEOFLAW • GOVERNANCE • TECHNIQUES • BEHAVIORAL • HISTORICAL • REGULARTIES • PURESCIENCE • PONTON&GILL • INTEGRATION • TRADITIONAL • PHILOSOPICAL • VERIFICATION • TRANSPARENCY • INSTITUTIONAL • PARTICIPATION • RESPONSIVENESS • QUANTIFICATION • ACCOUNTABILITY • SYSTEMATIZATION • POLITICALSCIENCE • CONSENSUSORIENTED • EQUITY&INCLUSIVENESS • EFFECTIVENESS&EFFICIENCY
Height of Greece 2 2023-04-20
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- This Greek mathematician is considered the father of Geometry because he wrote the first text book on the subject.
- A famous ancient Greek medical doctor, who is considered the father of modern medicine.
- Greek mathematician who developed the A2+B2=C2 theory of triangles.
- The new culture developed by mixing Greek and Persian cultures together.
- A great Greek philosopher who stressed morality. He was killed for his beliefs.
- An important invention by Archimedes using small wheels and ropes to lift heavy objects.
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- This person is considered the first great historian of ancient Greece.
- A Greek philosopher who started teaching at age 40. He wrote extensively on government and its role in society.
- A famous Greek philosopher who was famous for teaching the "Golden Mean."
- The young Macedonian king who conquered the known world by age 33.
- Ancient Greek philosopher considered the father of Stoicsm.
- An ancient Greek philosophy started by Diogenes, which stressed living simply and without stress.
12 Clues: Ancient Greek philosopher considered the father of Stoicsm. • The young Macedonian king who conquered the known world by age 33. • Greek mathematician who developed the A2+B2=C2 theory of triangles. • This person is considered the first great historian of ancient Greece. • The new culture developed by mixing Greek and Persian cultures together. • ...
Greek mythology James H 2023-08-22
6 Clues: who is the god of war? • who is the god of the sea? • who is the god of the sky? • who is the goddess of love? • who is the god of the under world? • who is the goddess of women, marriage and birth
Figures in Greek Mythology 2024-01-28
6 Clues: God of the sea • The mascot of absurdism • A royal Spartan princess • Be careful what you wish for • The goddess who beat Poseidon • Had an annual festival dedicated to him
Important Greeks 2024-09-18
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- Leonidas was king of the Ancient Greek city-state of Sparta. He was the son of king Anaxandridas II and the 17th king of the Agiad dynasty.
- was an ancient Greek mathematician active as a geometer and logician. Considered the "father of geometry", he is chiefly known for the Elements treatise, which established the foundations of geometry that largely dominated the field until the early 19th century.
- was an Ancient Greek philosopher and polymath. His writings cover a broad range of subjects spanning the natural sciences, philosophy, linguistics, economics, politics, psychology, and the arts.
- Phillip of Macedon was 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, and the father of Alexander the Great.
- of Cyrene was an Ancient Greek polymath: a mathematician, geographer, poet, astronomer, and music theorist. He was a man of learning, becoming the chief librarian at the Library of Alexandria.
- of Samos was an ancient Ionian Greek philosopher, polymath and the eponymous founder of Pythagoreanism. His political and religious teachings were well known in Magna Graecia and influenced the philosophies of Plato, Aristotle, and, through them, the West in general.Euclid was an ancient Greek mathematician active as a geometer and logician. Considered the "father of geometry", he is chiefly known for the Elements treatise, which established the foundations of geometry that largely dominated the field until the early 19th century.
- of Syracuse was an Ancient Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, astronomer, and inventor from the ancient city of Syracuse in Sicily. Although few details of his life are known, he is regarded as one of the leading scientists in classical antiquity.
- commonly known as Xerxes the Great, 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. He was the son of Darius the Great and Atossa, a daughter of Cyrus the Great.
- commonly known as Darius the Great, was a Persian ruler who served as the third King of Kings of the Achaemenid Empire, reigning from 522 BCE until his death in 486 BCE.
- was a Greek politician and general during the Golden Age of Athens. He was prominent and influential in Ancient Athenian politics, particularly between the Greco-Persian Wars and the Peloponnesian War, and was acclaimed by Thucydides, a contemporary historian, as "the first citizen of Athens".
- was a Greek philosopher from Athens who is credited as the founder of Western philosophy and as among the first moral philosophers of the ethical tradition of thought.
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- was an Ancient Greek comic playwright from Athens and a poet of Old Attic Comedy. He wrote in total forty plays, of which eleven survive virtually complete today.
- was a tragedian of classical Athens. Along with Aeschylus and Sophocles, he is one of the three ancient Greek tragedians for whom any plays have survived in full. Some ancient scholars attributed ninety-five plays to him, but the Suda says it was ninety-two at most.
- is the central figure in the story that inspired three modern sporting events, the marathon race, the Spartathlon and Authentic Pheidippides Run Athens-Sparta-Athens 490km Pheidippides is said to have run from Marathon to Athens to deliver news of the victory of the battle of Marathon.
- was a Greek historian and geographer from the Greek city of Halicarnassus, part of the Persian Empire and a later citizen of Thurii in modern Calabria, Italy. He is known for having written the Histories – a detailed account of the Greco-Persian Wars.
- the Great most commonly known as Alexander the Great, was a king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon.
- was an ancient Greek tragedian, known as one of three from whom at least one play has survived in full. His first plays were written later than, or contemporary with, those of Aeschylus; and earlier than, or contemporary with, those of Euripides.
- was an Athenian historian and general. His History of the Peloponnesian War recounts the fifth-century BC war between Sparta and Athens until the year 411 BC.
- born Aristocles, was an ancient Greek philosopher of the Classical period who is considered a foundational thinker in Western philosophy and an innovator of the written dialogue and dialectic forms.
19 Clues: the Great most commonly known as Alexander the Great, was a king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon. • Leonidas was king of the Ancient Greek city-state of Sparta. He was the son of king Anaxandridas II and the 17th king of the Agiad dynasty. • ...
Ancient greece vocabulary 2022-10-06
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- a way of governing which depends on the will of the people
- greek philosopher
- macedonia an ancient king in macedonia
- a war in ancient greece between athens an sparta
- a ancient greek author
- an ancient greek civilization
- denoting a late bronze civilization in greece represend by finds at mycenae adn other ancient cities of peloponnesus
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- series of wars fought by greek states and persia over almost a 1/2 a century
- former king of macedonia
- government by a relatively small priveileged class or by a minority consisting of those presumed to be the best
- a city state in ancient greece
- greek philsopher
- a member of ancient hellenic race that overthrew mycenaean civiliation
- a body of troops standing/moving in close formation
- greek philosopher
- Ancient civilization of the island of crete
16 Clues: greek philsopher • greek philosopher • greek philosopher • a ancient greek author • former king of macedonia • an ancient greek civilization • a city state in ancient greece • macedonia an ancient king in macedonia • Ancient civilization of the island of crete • a war in ancient greece between athens an sparta • a body of troops standing/moving in close formation • ...
10 Latin and 5 Greek Words 2024-02-12
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- to comfort or calm a person (qui) (Latin)
- a cancer that forms in epithelial tissue (oma) (Latin)
- a spongy tissue that forms in air channels (aer) (Latin)
- the study of human societies and cultures (anthropo) (Greek)
- a story mostly used for the Bible (script) (Latin)
- a stretch of land or used to warn pilots (terr) (Latin)
- a bacterium causing a disease (path) (Greek)
- a dense organelle (nuc) (Latin)
- devoted to the study of nature and reality (phil) (Greek)
- break or burst suddenly (rupt) (Latin)
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- a protoplasm within a living cell (cyto) (Greek)
- found within the cytoplasm of a cell (vac) (Latin)
- an organelle found in cells (mito) (Greek)
- a serious medical condition (pend) (Latin)
- a particular technique that should not be used (contra) (Latin)
15 Clues: a dense organelle (nuc) (Latin) • break or burst suddenly (rupt) (Latin) • to comfort or calm a person (qui) (Latin) • an organelle found in cells (mito) (Greek) • a serious medical condition (pend) (Latin) • a bacterium causing a disease (path) (Greek) • a protoplasm within a living cell (cyto) (Greek) • found within the cytoplasm of a cell (vac) (Latin) • ...
Intertestamental Period 2024-01-09
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- pagan
- during the silent years Jews and pagans were dissatisfied
- A prophet indicating the end of the Old Testament
- Herod was the king of
- the Pharisees loved
- Another word for intertestamental
- Jews were in ______ during rule under Persian
- was defeated by Alexander the Great
- 400 _____ years
- Alexander the Great changed this everywhere he conquered
- desecrated the temple
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- period of war, violence, and infighting
- Hebrew old testament in Greek
- running low
- led the Jewish resistance
- A prophet with foresight into Israel's future
- Greek culture was very _________
- the Sadducees didn't believe in the
- Roman, Greek, and Hebrew cultures were _______ together
- Persian
20 Clues: pagan • Persian • running low • 400 _____ years • the Pharisees loved • Herod was the king of • desecrated the temple • led the Jewish resistance • Hebrew old testament in Greek • Greek culture was very _________ • Another word for intertestamental • the Sadducees didn't believe in the • was defeated by Alexander the Great • period of war, violence, and infighting • ...
Greece vs. Rome 2021-02-11
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- Who was the Greek god of war?
- What city was the place that democracy was made?
- What did Greeks use to make pots?
- A person who seeks wisdom and enlightenment is a ______.
- Who was Rome’s first empire?
- What was the language that Athens spoke?
- Who was the greek god of the underworld?
- What was one resource Greeks used for their artwork?
- What is a Greek city state?
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- Julius ______ became dictator of Rome ending the Republic.
- What was the name of the war between Carthage and Rome?
- What kind of civilization was greece?
- What did Greek people think was barbaric?
- What was the name of the Roman god of the sky?
- The Roman god of war?
- Which holiday did Greeks celebrate by breaking pots?
- Many Roman gods were borrowed from the __________.
- What is the short Roman sword called?
- Continent of Rome?
- Leader who Julius Caesar fought in the Roman Civil War?
20 Clues: Continent of Rome? • The Roman god of war? • What is a Greek city state? • Who was Rome’s first empire? • Who was the Greek god of war? • What did Greeks use to make pots? • What kind of civilization was greece? • What is the short Roman sword called? • What was the language that Athens spoke? • Who was the greek god of the underworld? • ...
Theatre History Crossword 2022-01-20
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- The belief in many gods
- Group of 12-15 men who perform as a group
- The performance space found behind the stage that was used for mask changes and scene setting.
- One of the three types of Greek Theatre. It was used to advise people on the moralities of the culture.
- a slanted stage that allows the audience members to see better when actors are far away
- A person who provides financial backing for an artist
- Where the audience sits in the Greek theatre
- one of the three types of Greek Theatre. Used to ridicule the foolish and poke fun on political leaders.
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- Plays performed during the medieval time period to help citizens understand the miracles in the Bible.
- the first actor
- The Greek god of wine, parties, food, and theatre
- the most famous theatre playwright of the Renaissance
- The circular space between the theatron and the skene that was used by the chorus to perform.
- frame around the stage
- the overconfidence that leads to a character's downfall
- One of the three types of Greek Theatre. Not much is known about it except that is is inappropriate.
- a small stage on wheels that was used for displaying Miracle Plays in town
- The semi-circular area that extends beyond the proscenium arch
- The era after the Greek empire and before the Renaissance. It was mainly focused on religion and, as a result, lost focus on the arts and sciences.
19 Clues: the first actor • frame around the stage • The belief in many gods • Group of 12-15 men who perform as a group • Where the audience sits in the Greek theatre • The Greek god of wine, parties, food, and theatre • the most famous theatre playwright of the Renaissance • A person who provides financial backing for an artist • ...
Ancient Greece 2021-10-14
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- Athenian philosopher founder of Platonist school of thought
- They were the most free civilization in Greece
- A city-state in Ancient Greece
- A Greek philosopher from Athens who is credited as a founder of Western philosophy
- A series of wars fought by Greek states and Persia over a period of almost half a century
- Conquered the largest empire the world has seen
- A ruling class of nobles
- They came from Central Asia and conquered the Minoans
- Any member of a major division of the Ancient Greek people
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- Ancient Greek war fought by the Pelian League
- restored internal peace to his country gained domination all over Greece Alexander the Great's father
- A body of troops or officers in close formation
- Greek philosopher one of the most influential figures in history
- A government ruled by the people
- Author of the Odyssey and Iliad
- Period after Alexander the Great's death
16 Clues: A ruling class of nobles • A city-state in Ancient Greece • Author of the Odyssey and Iliad • A government ruled by the people • Period after Alexander the Great's death • Ancient Greek war fought by the Pelian League • They were the most free civilization in Greece • A body of troops or officers in close formation • Conquered the largest empire the world has seen • ...
Crossword 2017-04-28
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- The Greek monster who turns people into stone if looked directly in the eyes.
- The helpful cyclops who is Percy's half brother.
- The god of travellers, the god of roadways.
- Men who are part human, and part goat.
- The daughter of Ares, the one who was sent to attain the golden fleece.
- The main character who is the son of Poseidon
- Mythical creature where the top half is man, and the lower half is horse.
- The Greek god of the sea.
- The son of Hermes, the Antagonist in the book.
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- The Greek god of the sky and thunder.
- The goddess of wisdom.
- Giant mythical creature in Greek culture with only one large eye in the middle of the forehead.
- The Greek god of war.
- Magical horses who live un the ocean.
- The god of the underworld.
- The god of music, the god of archery.
16 Clues: The Greek god of war. • The goddess of wisdom. • The Greek god of the sea. • The god of the underworld. • The Greek god of the sky and thunder. • Magical horses who live un the ocean. • The god of music, the god of archery. • Men who are part human, and part goat. • The god of travellers, the god of roadways. • The main character who is the son of Poseidon • ...
Greek Theatre 2022-02-08
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- Euripides - a Greek playwright who wrote tragedies, including Medea
- Sophocles – a Greek playwright who wrote tragedies, including Oedipus
- Scene (pronounced SKAY-nuh) – was a temporary enclosure with
- Paradoi – were aisles that actors would use to enter if they were
- Greek Theatre Machines – were used during the performances. They
- Over time, the Koilon was built, first of wood, then stone.
- Theologion – the flat roof of the scene, reserved for actors playing gods.
- Performers would get into masks and robes in the scene and
- “Gods” would often appear at the end of a play to resolve
- kept inside the scene.
- 534 B.C. He was also the first to have a member of the chorus
- was done because Greek theatre never showed a murder or
- – an actor. The term was created from Thespis’ name.
- be rotated to change scenes during the performance
- to be coming from outside (not the temple or palace).
- step away from the group and speak lines as a solo
- rehearse their own plays.
- the leader of the chorus (koryphaios) would stand.
- festival. This is important to us because the festivities
- a competition for the best play. Playwrights would write
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- Thymela – originally an altar on the orchestra, this became the spot
- Aeorema – a crane that lifted the “gods” from the scene onto the
- - a Greek playwright who wrote comedies, including The
- Ekeclema – platform carrying “dead bodies” that was wheeled on.
- audience just sat on the slope of the hill, looking down to the
- Deus Ex Machina – literally “god from the machine”. This is the term
- Proscenion – the area directly in front of the scene where the actors
- perform. NOTE: the proscenion gradually became the acting
- on stage.
- Periactoi – two prismatic pillars, one stage left, one stage right. These
- was the Greek stage.
- Aeschylus - a Greek playwright who wrote tragedies, including The
- Diazoma – upper and lower levels of the Koilon (auditorium).
- a play’s conflict being solved by a supernatural power.
- – a round floor on ground level at the bottom of a hill. This
- Thespis, then, is credited with being the first actor.
- – the first playwright to win the contest at the Dionysian festival
- conflict.
- through the doors, which represented the temple or palace.
- (or Theatron) – the auditorium of the Greek theatre. Originally,
- – the original acting area was the orchestra.
- – Greek God of wine and fertility that was honored in an
42 Clues: on stage. • conflict. • was the Greek stage. • kept inside the scene. • rehearse their own plays. • – the original acting area was the orchestra. • be rotated to change scenes during the performance • step away from the group and speak lines as a solo • the leader of the chorus (koryphaios) would stand. • – an actor. The term was created from Thespis’ name. • ...
Myth and Religion - Technical Terms 2023-12-13
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- Good relations with the Greek gods, maintained by respecting proper religious rules (6)
- A king whose stable Heracles was forced to clean (6)
- This Roman festival honoured the ancestors once a year (10)
- This Athenian festival honoured the dead and celebrated the maturing of new wine (11)
- Roman goddess of the earth, depicted on the Altar of Peace (6)
- "Peace with the gods": what the Romans tried to maintain through proper religious rites (3, 6)
- A Greek word for a priest able to read omens (6)
- The high priest of Rome: a title generally held by the emperor (8, 7)
- The "laying out" of the body in a Greek funeral (9)
- The father of Theseus (6)
- The front room of a Greek temple (7)
- The elevated foundation on which a Roman temple stood (6)
- A ritual song or cry of mourning, given at a funeral (6)
- The ferryman of the Underworld: Greeks and Romans were buried with a coin for him (6)
- Athenian statesman responsible for building the Parthenon (8)
- One of only two Greek festivals to include a hecatomb
- This Athenian festival honoured the dead through sacrifices and visits to their tombs (7)
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- Site of a famous temple of Apollo in southwest Greece (6)
- These six priestesses guarded the flame of Vesta in Rome (6, 7)
- A Roman priest responsible for reading the entrails of sacrificed animals (8)
- A temple dedicated by Augustus in the Campus Martius (8)
- A drinking-cup used in Ancient Greece; one of these famously depicts the Labours of Theseus (5)
- Site of the Temple of Hercules Victor and the Temple of Portunus in Rome (5, 7)
- An instrument played in a Greek sacrifice or funeral (5)
- The triangular structure on either side of an ancient temple (8)
- The rear room of a Greek temple, used to store treasure (12)
- A robe - two of these were made during the Great Panathenaia and taken to the Parthenon and Erechtheion (6)
- This Roman festival was aimed at appeasing the spirits of the unhappy dead (7)
- A Roman festival dedicated to a god of fertility, and to Romulus (10)
- A race involving jumping from a chariot, carried out at the Great Panathenaia (8)
- Greek term for a rectangular gravestone (5)
- The Greek word for a procession - such as those at the City Dionysia and the Great Panathenaia (5)
- One of the most important fifteen priests in Rome (8)
33 Clues: The father of Theseus (6) • The front room of a Greek temple (7) • Greek term for a rectangular gravestone (5) • A Greek word for a priest able to read omens (6) • The "laying out" of the body in a Greek funeral (9) • A king whose stable Heracles was forced to clean (6) • One of the most important fifteen priests in Rome (8) • ...
Literature 102: Master Pieces 2016-07-04
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- / feared sun god, who sides with the Trojans.”
- / bravest and most accomplished of the Trojan warriors; son of Priam.”
- / Greek warrior and king of the Myrmidons. He is considered the greatest warrior in the world.”
- / Commander-in-chief of the Greek armies. He anger Achilles when he takes back a prize girls, Briseis.”
- /Sells poison to ROMEO”
- servant”
- of CAPULET, age 13”
- / goddess of love and beauty, who sides with the Trojans.”
- servant”
- JOHN/Carries message for FRIAR LAWRENCE”
- of ROMEO, related to PRINCE”
- / gigantic warrior.”
- / goddess of wisdom and war, who favors the Greeks.”
- /Capulet servant to NURSE”
- / god of the forge, who favors the Greeks.”
- / wife of Menelaus, kidnapped by Paris.”
- / Greek warrior and best friend to Achilles.”
- / sea goddess who is the mother of Achilles.”
- / Son of MONTAGUE”
- PARIS/Count to wed JULIET, related to PRINCE”
- / superior Trojan archer.”
- / Trojan who took Helen From Menelaus, Hector’s brother, son of Priam.”
- / King of Sparta and brother of Agamemnon. After a Trojan named Paris took his wife, Helen, the most beautiful woman in the world, the Greeks declared war on Troy.”
- / wise Greek warrior.”
- CAPULET /Mother of JULIET, about 27”
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- ESCALUS/Prince of Verona”
- MONTAGUE/Mother of ROMEO”
- servant”
- / queen of the gods, who favors the Greeks.”
- servant to ROMEO”
- / wise old king who advises Agamemnon.”
- / Trojan spy who checks out the Greek camp.”
- cousin of JULIET”
- / Greek soothsayer who advises Agamemnon.”
- / messenger goddess.”
- / king of the gods who promises Thetis he’ll take Achilles’ side.”
- /Capulet servant to JULIET”
- / god of the sea.”
- Montague cousin of ROMEO”
- / superior Greek warrior.”
- / beautiful captive of Achilles, taken by Agamemnon.”
- / King of Troy.”
- / god of war, who sides with the Trojans.”
- CAPULET /Father of JULIET, in his 50's”
44 Clues: servant” • servant” • servant” • / King of Troy.” • servant to ROMEO” • cousin of JULIET” • / god of the sea.” • / Son of MONTAGUE” • of CAPULET, age 13” • / gigantic warrior.” • / messenger goddess.” • / wise Greek warrior.” • /Sells poison to ROMEO” • ESCALUS/Prince of Verona” • MONTAGUE/Mother of ROMEO” • Montague cousin of ROMEO” • /Capulet servant to NURSE” • / superior Greek warrior.” • ...
History of Greek Theater - Luis Cortes 2023-01-06
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- Masks made it easier for men to play _____ characters.
- Who is the earliest known actor and playwright?
- Where was Thespis' name inscribed?
- ____ comes from the greek verb meaning "to do" or "to act"
- How many festivals had theatrical performances? (Number is spelled out)
- The chorus was composed of ____?
- What does the word chorus mean in greek?
- What creature was part man and part goat?
- Where does the word theater come from?
- Which two pieces of literature influenced Greek Drama? (4 words, no spaces, no "and")
- What is the major festival?
- What object facilitated the rapid change of roles?
- Greek Drama was presented to honor who?
- What century did Socrates live in? ("th" after the number is included)
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- Where did greek plays usually take place?
- The theater was below the _____ in Athens.
- Who didn't wear masks?
- Where was the resting place for actors located? (one word)
- Where did characters die?
- What was the space below the slope of the hill called? Also was used for dancing.
- What type of drama emphasized the attempts of human characters to control their own destinies?
- Number of festivals held each year, in honor of Dionysus? (Number is spelled out)
- Where is the word scene derived from?
- Who had reserved seats, meant mainly for judging?
- Which greek city had huge advances in philosophy, rhetoric, literature, science, architecture, and visual arts?
- The chorus added, color, _____, and spectacle.
- A single actor could play ____ roles.
- How many tragedies were presented by the dramatists? (IN total)
- who was the first great theorist of dramatic art?
- When were rules put in place, limiting it to three speaking actors for each playwright?
- Who was born in 496BC?
- When was the first recorded theatrical event? (Regular Number, no dots)
32 Clues: Who didn't wear masks? • Who was born in 496BC? • Where did characters die? • What is the major festival? • The chorus was composed of ____? • Where was Thespis' name inscribed? • Where is the word scene derived from? • A single actor could play ____ roles. • Where does the word theater come from? • Greek Drama was presented to honor who? • ...
History of Greek Theater - Johnny Goldman 2021-03-02
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- a fault of character such as jealousy or pride
- arrangement of the events in a play
- a very wealthy city with 250,000-300,000 people
- mythical half-human half-goat creatures
- origin of the word "scene". place for actors to relax and change masks
- usage of words to express thought
- Greek word meaning "to do" or "to act"
- person of noble stature with a greatness about them
- flat terrace below slope in a theater
- first winner in the first play of recorded history, thespian is a word based on this person
- something that shocks the audience
- started by a prologue, the entrance of the chorus along with several episodes and songs
- the defeat of the tragic hero, usually results in gained wisdom and/or death
- an act that has magnitude and a serious impact
- god of wine and fertility
- non-speking role in greek theater
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- first great theorist of dramatic art
- an act of justice
- greek word for "theater", means place of seeing
- wrote The Odyssey and The Lliad
- a religious and civic celebration in the city of dionysus, involves theater
- used to help play different characters, worn over the face
- priest of dionysus
- songs between the episodes of a greek play
- described as the father of wester philosophy
- First recorded theatrical event
- how speech reveals character
- helped make rules for greek theater, including upping the amount of people in the chorus to 15 and the amount of actors to 3
- emphasized attempts of humans wanting to control their own fate
- ancient greek word for a king that took the throne, does not mean the same thing as tyrant does today
- singers and dancers at the greek theater
- Main character in Oedipus Tyrannus
32 Clues: an act of justice • priest of dionysus • god of wine and fertility • how speech reveals character • wrote The Odyssey and The Lliad • First recorded theatrical event • usage of words to express thought • non-speking role in greek theater • something that shocks the audience • Main character in Oedipus Tyrannus • arrangement of the events in a play • ...
Unit 4 review game 2019-11-07
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- The study of ancestry, or a chronological list of ancestors
- Latin for “in the year of the Lord"
- One of the supposed original sources of the Pentateuch
- The Old Testament books that comprise the stories of the prophets who cast judgment and warn of divine retribution while calling Israel to repentance
- A type of sacred literature characterized by symbolic imagery pointing to the expectation that the powers of evil will be destroyed and the righteous raised to a new life in justice
- From the Latin word for “common.”
- An Old English rendering of the Greek for “good news.”
- One of the supposed original sources of the Pentateuch, particularly the Book of Deuteronomy, written around the seventh century BC
- twenty seven books
- "covenant"
- An event or person in Scripture that points toward a later event or person
- An edition of the Old Testament, produced by Origen, that presented the texts in Hebrew and Greek in side-by-side columns.
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- One who proclaims the euangellion or gospel
- first five books of Moses
- Sacred Scripture
- From the Greek prophetes, meaning “one who speaks for”
- Those parts of the Old Testament that were removed from the Jewish or Hebrew canon of Scripture, but which appear in the Septuagint (the Greek translation) used by the early Christians
- From a Greek term meaning “five books”
- One of the supposed original sources of the Pentateuch, reflecting the perspective of Jews in the northern kingdom of Israel around the eighth or ninth century BC
- A third-century BC Greek translation of the Scriptures
- fourty six books
- Those books of the Bible that were included in the Jewish or Hebrew canon of Scriptures.
- From the Latin testamentum
- Greek and Latin for “rule.”
- A letter addressed to a particular person or people
25 Clues: "covenant" • Sacred Scripture • fourty six books • twenty seven books • first five books of Moses • From the Latin testamentum • Greek and Latin for “rule.” • From the Latin word for “common.” • Latin for “in the year of the Lord" • From a Greek term meaning “five books” • One who proclaims the euangellion or gospel • A letter addressed to a particular person or people • ...
Ancient Greece 2015-09-14
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- Second of the classical orders
- Part of a Greek theatre
- Temple on the Acropolis
- Female figure supporting a structure
- Third of the classical orders
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- Le Corbusier's scale of proportions
- Greek Philosopher
- Period associated with Alexander the Great
- Open space at the centre of a Greek city
- Island of the Minoans
- Precursor of the classical temple
- Greek Goddess
- First of the classical orders
13 Clues: Greek Goddess • Greek Philosopher • Island of the Minoans • Part of a Greek theatre • Temple on the Acropolis • First of the classical orders • Third of the classical orders • Second of the classical orders • Precursor of the classical temple • Le Corbusier's scale of proportions • Female figure supporting a structure • Open space at the centre of a Greek city • ...
Battle of Marathon Glossary Crossword 2014-08-10
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- of Thermopylae – Famous battle in 480 BC between the Greeks and Persians that occurs after the Battle of Marathon.
- To name things one by one, past tense.
- A small fleet of ships or boats.
- A specific period of a person’s life time.
- “We have been victorious!” Greek word.
- A senior military title in ancient Greece.
- Ancient Greek fortress located on highest part of Athens that contains ancient buildings that are of significance to Greek history.
- Another name for Greece used by the Greeks.
- Ancient style of architecture that were a dialect of the Dorians.
- A ruler who enforces cruelty and is oppressive.
- Dictatorship as this government is harsh and punishing.
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- To make full use of and to gain an advantage from.
- A native of the area Lacedaemon that consists of Sparta and its surroundings.
- An improvised military shelter that usually does not have protection from enemy fire, past tense.
- Citizen-soldiers of ancient Greek city-states that were heavily armed with primarily spears and sheilds.
- An area within boundaries/walls.
- Soldiers fighting or marching on foot.
- Gravestones, Greek word.
18 Clues: Gravestones, Greek word. • A small fleet of ships or boats. • An area within boundaries/walls. • To name things one by one, past tense. • “We have been victorious!” Greek word. • Soldiers fighting or marching on foot. • A specific period of a person’s life time. • A senior military title in ancient Greece. • Another name for Greece used by the Greeks. • ...
Ancient Greece 2023-04-04
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- Continent of Greece
- This civilization began on Crete
- Sporting event started by the Ancient Greeks. It is held every four years today
- Queen of the Greek gods and married to Zeus
- only these people could take part in the democracy
- ages a time when people on the mainland were poor and no longer read and wrote
- What Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were known for
- Greek god of the underworld
- Government started in Athens where citizens voted on issues and leaders
- this caused the Greek poleis to develop independently
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- Place where the major Greek gods lived
- The was the basic division of much of Ancient Greece. Athens and Sparta were the two largest of these.
- Greek god of war
- these were the first gods born to Cronus
- Patron god of the city of Athens. She is also the goddess of wisdom.
- a government where the power lies with a small group of wealthy people
- this connects Attica and Pelopenesus
17 Clues: Greek god of war • Continent of Greece • Greek god of the underworld • This civilization began on Crete • this connects Attica and Pelopenesus • Place where the major Greek gods lived • these were the first gods born to Cronus • Queen of the Greek gods and married to Zeus • only these people could take part in the democracy • ...
Native American Crossword 2024-05-14
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- a Native American sport that’s like Soccer
- first people in America
- a community of people who are to small to be a country
- a sneaky character in Native American mythology
- a holiday where the natives gave the pilgrims food
- Native American's home in the Great Basin
- a creature Native Americans hunt a lot
- a very violent attack on the Shoshone tribe
- an article of clothing that people wear mostly in plays or on a holiday
- an animal introduced through the settlers
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- a secret code used in ww2
- a religion that has been proven to be fake
- a treaty the U.S signed with the Cayuse
- a war in between Black Hawk and the settlers
- an area claimed by multiple tribes or a country
- to be the first ones in an area
- what you do to kill a wild animal
- an addictive activity that Native Americans did in sports
- fish released in a ceremony for the Yahooskin tribe
- a well known Native American tribe in the Southeast
- a territory around Idah, Oregon, and Washington
21 Clues: first people in America • a secret code used in ww2 • to be the first ones in an area • what you do to kill a wild animal • a creature Native Americans hunt a lot • a treaty the U.S signed with the Cayuse • Native American's home in the Great Basin • an animal introduced through the settlers • a religion that has been proven to be fake • ...
Ancient Greece Vocabulary 2015-11-05
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- An ancient Grecian statesman and general during the Persian and Peloponnesian wars
- This man is known for his collection of fables.
- This man was an ancient Grecian political figure who is famous for turning the Athen's Constitution democratic
- This is a short story usually with a moral and personified animals as it's main characters
- The center of gathering in an ancient Grecian city
- An area of land that is almost completely surrounded with water ( Florida is an example)
- Not to be confused with the Simpson, this man was an ancient Grecian poet who wrote " The Odyssey" and "The Iliad". he was also considered Greece's first and gratest poet
- A collection of myths, usually having to do with a certain religion or culture
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- Having to do with ancient Greek or Latin art, music, or culture
- democracy A political form of democracy where an elected leader makes the choices
- democracy A political type of democracy that involves the people making the choices themselves
- Inhabits of a certain city or town
- In ancient Greece, this was a public area for markets, meetings, e.t.c.
- When a group of people with similar purposes gather together to discuss a problem
14 Clues: Inhabits of a certain city or town • This man is known for his collection of fables. • The center of gathering in an ancient Grecian city • Having to do with ancient Greek or Latin art, music, or culture • In ancient Greece, this was a public area for markets, meetings, e.t.c. • A collection of myths, usually having to do with a certain religion or culture • ...
book report 2023-05-01
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- a person who has risen suddenly to wealth or high position, especially one who behaves arrogantly. (Fleischman 120).
- is a social or religious custom prohibiting or forbidding discussion of a particular practice or forbidding association with a particular person, place, or thing.(Fleischman 41)
- excessive in size or amount. (Fleischman 122)
- a public display of works of art or items of interest, held in an art gallery or museum or at a trade fair. (Fleischman 41).
- never done or known before. (Flieschman 105)
- maintain (something) in its original or existing state. (Fleischman 123).
- extremely large or great, especially in scale or degree. ( Fleischman 104)
- a large, densely packed crowd of people or animals. (Fleischman 105)
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- a winged female monster in Greek mythology has a woman's head and a lion's body and is noted for killing anyone unable to answer its riddle.(Fleischman 106).
- a metal band, chain, or shackle for fastening someone's hands or ankles. (Fleischman 88).
- love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause. (Fleischman 38).
- having or expressing a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner. (Fleischman 58)
- demand something forcefully, not accepting refusal. (Fleischman 108)
- proclaim widely or loudly. (fleischman 107)
14 Clues: proclaim widely or loudly. (fleischman 107) • never done or known before. (Flieschman 105) • excessive in size or amount. (Fleischman 122) • demand something forcefully, not accepting refusal. (Fleischman 108) • a large, densely packed crowd of people or animals. (Fleischman 105) • maintain (something) in its original or existing state. (Fleischman 123). • ...
Ology 2021-05-11
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- - Peter is currently in UNI studying ________.
- - _______ is the study of living things which would be really cool studying that.
- - He studied alchemy, ______ and the Kabbalah as a boy and later became a doctor of medicine.
- - When Dwayne went to the Prime Minister, he found out that the _______ of democracy was ideal but his theory was correct.
- - We did _________ in class which meant we looked at where the words originated from.
- - He was educated for the priesthood at St Sulpice, where in 1818 he became professor of dogmatic _______.
- - I studied biology for a while but I found marine _______ more interesting.
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- - Students learnt about the dangerous creatures while they studied Greek ______.
- - Whoever wants to study _______ would love the earth and would want to find out more about it.
- - Dwyane had some spare copies of his ______ or grammar write-ups to give to anyone interested.
- - Dwayne went on to complete his Bachelor's degree as a double major in _______ and physiology.
- - The role of interventional ______ in the care of patients with cancer continues to expand.
- - In the book someone _______ a crime.
- - My friend made a very important ______ that she is not very good at art.
14 Clues: - In the book someone _______ a crime. • - Peter is currently in UNI studying ________. • - My friend made a very important ______ that she is not very good at art. • - I studied biology for a while but I found marine _______ more interesting. • - Students learnt about the dangerous creatures while they studied Greek ______. • ...
Figures in Greek Mythology 2024-01-28
6 Clues: God of the sea • The mascot of absurdism • A royal Spartan princess • Be careful what you wish for • The goddess who beat Poseidon • Had an annual festival dedicated to him
Greek Mythology Quiz-JamesB 2023-08-18
Roman and Greek 2021-02-11
The Rise of the Greek City-State 2023-10-30
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- the city that developed "democracy"
- the "king of the gods"
- "the god of war"
- the Greeks believed in many gods...they were _______
- government style where citizens participate in choosing laws or leaders
- "the goddess of love"
- priests and priestesses that "told the future"
- the main city-state that developed a reputation for war and military training
- the sporting competition held in honor of Zeus every four years
- the Greek for "city-state"
- Greeks saw themselves as participants in government, not to be ruled, this makes them ______
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- the main Greek gods were called the _____________
- "the goddess of wisdom"
- "the god of the sea and storms"
- considered the "Father of History"
- "fortified city on a hill" (Greek fortress)
- the most important Oracle in Ancient Greece
- a Greek market place
- the Greeks worshipped their gods at the _________
19 Clues: "the god of war" • a Greek market place • "the goddess of love" • the "king of the gods" • "the goddess of wisdom" • the Greek for "city-state" • "the god of the sea and storms" • considered the "Father of History" • the city that developed "democracy" • "fortified city on a hill" (Greek fortress) • the most important Oracle in Ancient Greece • ...
History 40 word crossword. 2013-11-12
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- theseus mother
- a tragic king of Thebes who unknowingly killed his father Laius and married his mother Jocasta
- Sediment
- a type of greek play
- Military Coalition of city-states led by Sparta
- a mythical monster with the head of a bull and the body of a man; slain by Theseus
- The city is notable for its rich Greek history, culture, amphitheatres, architecture, and as the birthplace of the preeminent mathematician and engineer Archimedes
- Crushed to make purple dye.
- A place where a play was performed
- the basic monetary unit of Greece
- the largest Greek island in the Mediterranean; site of the Minoan civilization that reached its peak in 1600 BC
- Mammals killed for their tusks.
- War between Athens and Sparta's City-states
- Athens an association of Greek city-states, members
- teacher of Plato
- Great conqueror from Macedonia.
- Greek Teachers
- General who took over Rome with Elephants
- an inhabitant of Minoan Crete
- Ancient town on Crete
- a hero and king of Athens who was noted for his many great deeds: killed Procrustes and the Minotaur
- capital and largest city of Italy; on the Tiber
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- Alexander the Great was just let into this city.
- Mountains that split Ancient Greece.
- a republic in southeastern Europe on the southern part of the Balkan peninsula
- art on walls.
- City which govern's only itself, and neighboring land.
- the largest inland sea
- what silk worms eat
- ancient Athenian philosopher; pupil of Socrates
- Container
- largest island in the Mediterranean Sea
- central space for the presentation of dramatic event.
- egypt god of underworld
- Minos king of Crete, son of Zeus and Europa.
- Ancient Greek city known for it's military Prowess
- Greek Philosopher
- Capital and largest city of Greece
- Main diet of Greeks
39 Clues: Sediment • Container • art on walls. • theseus mother • Greek Teachers • teacher of Plato • Greek Philosopher • what silk worms eat • Main diet of Greeks • a type of greek play • Ancient town on Crete • the largest inland sea • egypt god of underworld • Crushed to make purple dye. • an inhabitant of Minoan Crete • Mammals killed for their tusks. • Great conqueror from Macedonia. • ...
Greek VS. Rome 2021-02-11
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- This war in Greek took place between 218 B.C.E. through 201 B.C.E.
- Since the Etruscans traded regularly with the ancient Greeks, the art work resembled the art work in ancient Greece
- Are a huge part of the Greek diet
- was a military and political leader in the Roman Republic. He was instrumental in ending the Roman Republic.
- In its initial days, Roman legions fought off local warlords and adversaries to protect Rome against existential threats and later went as far as Parthia (modern day Iran) in east
- andron Were the part of the house reserved just for men
- the first Roman Emperor to convert to Christianity. He ruled from 306 C.E. until his death in 337 C.E.
- The children would go to school until the age of
- The war was fought on land and at sea lasting 23 years.
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- They had a powerful army and an even stronger empire. The Roman army was considered one of the strongest armies of the world.
- He reigned from 37 C.E. until his death in 41 C.E.
- Just like their counterparts in ancient Greece, the ancient Romans loved their art
- When Roman emperors returned home after a victory in battle, their accomplishments were celebrated by all in ancient Rome.
- This game in Greek was to help children with their motor skills
- a significant town because it was a resort city during Ancient Roman times.
- This food was a very good drink but also good for trade in Greek
- This is the most common pet in Ancient Greek
- This was not only a food in Greek it was a part of Greek history
- It was used much like we use sugar, as a sweetener in many different foods. It could also be used as a medicine.
- It was hard to do farming in Ancient Greece because there was not good
20 Clues: Are a huge part of the Greek diet • This is the most common pet in Ancient Greek • The children would go to school until the age of • He reigned from 37 C.E. until his death in 41 C.E. • The war was fought on land and at sea lasting 23 years. • andron Were the part of the house reserved just for men • ...
P4/4B Characters 2023-12-11
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- Blind prophet in Thebes, a city central in Greece. Prophet of Apollo, transformed into a woman for 7 years.
- Brother of the dead Queen. He is fierce, steadfast and even arrogant
- Greek goddess of the moon and hunt, twin sister of Apollo
- Second daughter (and half-sister) of Oedipus and Jocasta, serves as the information gatherer
- Feared Greek goddesses of vengeance; punishers of the guilty
- King of Thebes, unwittingly killed his father and married his mother. Solved the Sphinx's riddle and defeated it. Ultimately became the King of Thebes
- Brings the news of the Queens death by suicide
- Greek God of ecstasy, the theater and wine
- An old man and the only witness of the murder of Laius
- Mythical king of Phoenicia, believed to have trained the Greek hero Achilles
- They seek to maintain the status quo, they are forever observant for signs of other Gods seeking to usurp Zeus in some way. They knowingly act as spies for their God in all matters.
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- Theban statesman and soldier of renown
- They serve as a powerful indicator of how we, the audience, should react to the tragic events
- First, she was the wife of Laius. Then, the wife of her son, Oedipus. Sister to Creon
- Oldest daughter (and half-sister)of Oedipus and Jocasta, braver of the two daughters and sets off to make sure her brother gets a proper burial
- Greek goddess of wisdom, war and crafts
- Greek God of the sky, king of the gods and ruler of the world
- Monster in Thebes with the head of a woman, the wings of a bird and the body of a lion that killed any traveler that could not solve her riddle
- Mythical founder of Thebes, the city Oedipus rules
- The first messenger saved Oedipus when he was a baby
- Greek God of the sun, prophecy and disease
21 Clues: Theban statesman and soldier of renown • Greek goddess of wisdom, war and crafts • Greek God of ecstasy, the theater and wine • Greek God of the sun, prophecy and disease • Brings the news of the Queens death by suicide • Mythical founder of Thebes, the city Oedipus rules • The first messenger saved Oedipus when he was a baby • ...
6th Grade Greece Crossword 2024-02-14
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- A government in which a few wealthy citizens hold power over the rest
- The body of water between the Greek islands
- The people who invaded Greece in about 1100 BC and introduced Greece to iron
- The fort at the center of each city-state in which people could take refuge in an attack
- The Greek city-state that was on the coast on the mainland of Greece that had great education and developed democracy
- The Greek name for the letter A
- The people who were the first to develop civilization in the Aegean region from 2500 to 1450 BC
- A member of a political community with rights and responsibilities
- Soldiers of the Greek city-states who fought on foot with a spear, a short sword, and a shield
- A government in which all citizens share in running the government
- A military formation in which soldiers would fight shoulder to shoulder with their shields raised to protect from arrows
- The age that Spartan boys had to enter the military
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- The Greek word for a city-state
- The people who moved to Greece from central Asia and destroyed the Minoan civilization
- The site on the island of Crete that was once the palace of king Minos
- Someone who seizes power and rules with total authority
- The place outside the acropolis used as a marketplace and where people could gather and debate issues
- Five men who served as elected councilmen in Sparta who helped govern the city-state
- The people who lived in Greece beginning in 750 BC who developed the Greek alphabet
- The Greek city-state located on Peloponnesus that was a heavily militarily inclined society
- A settlement in a new territory that has close ties to its homeland
- A piece of land surrounded by water on three sides
- The ruler who ended the farmer rebellion in Athens and helped begin democracy
- Storytellers of Greece who passed down oral tradition
24 Clues: The Greek word for a city-state • The Greek name for the letter A • The body of water between the Greek islands • A piece of land surrounded by water on three sides • The age that Spartan boys had to enter the military • Storytellers of Greece who passed down oral tradition • Someone who seizes power and rules with total authority • ...
Literature 102: Master Pieces 2016-07-04
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- / god of war, who sides with the Trojans.
- / beautiful captive of Achilles, taken by Agamemnon.
- /capulet cousin of JULIET
- / wife of Menelaus, kidnapped by Paris.
- /friend of ROMEO, related to PRINCE
- / Son of MONTAGUE
- / gigantic warrior.
- / Greek soothsayer who advises Agamemnon.
- /Mother of JULIET, about 27
- / superior Greek warrior.
- /montague servant to ROMEO
- / Greek warrior and best friend to Achilles.
- /Carries message for FRIAR LAWRENCE
- / wise old king who advises Agamemnon.
- / King of Sparta and brother of Agamemnon. After a Trojan named Paris took his wife, Helen, the most beautiful woman in the world, the Greeks declared war on Troy.
- /Father of ROMEO
- / god of the sea.
- / King of Troy.
- /capulet servant
- / wise Greek warrior.
- / Greek warrior and king of the Myrmidons. He is considered the greatest warrior in the world.
- / king of the gods who promises Thetis he’ll take Achilles’ side.
- /Count to wed JULIET, related to PRINCE
- / sea goddess who is the mother of Achilles.
- / feared sun god, who sides with the Trojans.
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- /Prince of Verona
- / messenger goddess.
- /Franciscan who marries ROMEO & JULIET
- /capulet servant
- / goddess of wisdom and war, who favors the Greeks.
- /Montague cousin of ROMEO
- /montague servant
- / god of the forge, who favors the Greeks.
- / superior Trojan archer.
- /Mother of ROMEO
- / Trojan spy who checks out the Greek camp.
- /Sells poison to ROMEO
- / Commander-in-chief of the Greek armies. He anger Achilles when he takes back a prize girls, Briseis.
- / goddess of love and beauty, who sides with the Trojans.
- /Father of JULIET, in his 50's
- /Capulet servant to JULIET
- /Capulet servant to NURSE
- /daughter of CAPULET, age 13
- / queen of the gods, who favors the Greeks.
- / bravest and most accomplished of the Trojan warriors; son of Priam.
45 Clues: / King of Troy. • /capulet servant • /Mother of ROMEO • /Father of ROMEO • /capulet servant • /Prince of Verona • /montague servant • / Son of MONTAGUE • / god of the sea. • / gigantic warrior. • / messenger goddess. • / wise Greek warrior. • /Sells poison to ROMEO • /Montague cousin of ROMEO • /capulet cousin of JULIET • / superior Trojan archer. • / superior Greek warrior. • ...
CHL-006: FINAL QUIZ, PART II: CROSSWORD 2023-05-15
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- These were heavily armed and heavily armored citizen-soldiers of ancient Greece.
- She won a contest against Poseidon to become the patron goddess of the city of Athens.
- This is a form of government that is "rule by the people."
- This was the chief god of the ancient Greeks. He had two brothers.
- This is something made for the very first time.
- This ancient Greek King saw his city destroyed by Cyrus the Persian; his son and heir also died.
- This is a one-on-one or one-on-two teacher.
- Old stories tell us that this person was the first King of Athens.
- One of these kinds of Greek Soldiers was expected to surrender his shield.
- This is a half-man. half-bull monster killed by Theseus.
- The GOD of _____ called himself "I AM".
- Elected leaders in Athens were called this.
- He was the Greek god of the underworld and of death, and a brother to Zeus.
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- This is a story told to explain a truth about the world
- This was one of two major cities in ancient Greek Society. The other was Athens.
- He was one of the most famous of Athenian Tyrants.
- Ares was an unpopular god among the Greeks, as he was the god of _____.
- A Greek City was called this.
- He was a famous demi-god who died in the Trojan War by taking an arrow in his heel.
- This measures heat.
- Spartan Boys were a part of this between the ages of seven and twenty-nine years.
- This is a rocky peninsula in the Southern part of Greece; Sparta was located here.
- Spartan boys were taken from home at the age of 7 years to start this type of training.
- This was one of two major cities in ancient Greek Society. The other was Sparta.
- Except for Sparta, most Ancient Greek City-States had gotten rid of these.
25 Clues: This measures heat. • A Greek City was called this. • The GOD of _____ called himself "I AM". • This is a one-on-one or one-on-two teacher. • Elected leaders in Athens were called this. • This is something made for the very first time. • He was one of the most famous of Athenian Tyrants. • This is a story told to explain a truth about the world • ...
2nd Grade Oral Traditions 2024-08-06
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- Isis and Osiris come from this country's mythology
- A brief, short story that is often entertaining
- Fables are ______, they are not true events
- Oral traditions can warn people about the _______ of making bad decisions
- The length of a fable, not long
- Oral traditions are representative of specific types of these
- Giving human attributes to animals or inanimate objects
- A category of skills taught by fables that includes trust
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- Fables and myths are both categories of this
- The difference between a myth and a legend is that a legend's story is ________
- Zeus and Poseidon come from this country's mythology
- The start point of something
- Characters in oral tradition stories often have strengths and _______
- Oral traditions are often passed down through these
- A category of skills taught by fables that includes principles
- The usual main characters in a fable
16 Clues: The start point of something • The length of a fable, not long • The usual main characters in a fable • Fables are ______, they are not true events • Fables and myths are both categories of this • A brief, short story that is often entertaining • Isis and Osiris come from this country's mythology • Oral traditions are often passed down through these • ...
Greek and Latin Roots 2024-09-02
11 Clues: Latin root meaning 'bad' • Greek root meaning 'hate' • Latin root meaning 'good' • Greek root meaning 'heat' • Latin root meaning 'break' • Greek root meaning 'below' • Greek root meaning 'water' • Greek root meaning 'power' • Latin root meaning 'to hear' • Latin root meaning 'against' • Latin root meaning 'to write'
Native American Crossword 2024-05-14
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- a Native American sport that’s like Soccer
- first people in America
- a community of people who are to small to be a country
- a sneaky character in Native American mythology
- a holiday where the natives gave the pilgrims food
- Native American's home in the Great Basin
- a creature Native Americans hunt a lot
- a very violent attack on the Shoshone tribe
- an article of clothing that people wear mostly in plays or on a holiday
- an animal introduced through the settlers
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- a secret code used in ww2
- a religion that has been proven to be fake
- a treaty the U.S signed with the Cayuse
- a war in between Black Hawk and the settlers
- an area claimed by multiple tribes or a country
- to be the first ones in an area
- what you do to kill a wild animal
- an addictive activity that Native Americans did in sports
- fish released in a ceremony for the Yahooskin tribe
- a well known Native American tribe in the Southeast
- a territory around Idah, Oregon, and Washington
21 Clues: first people in America • a secret code used in ww2 • to be the first ones in an area • what you do to kill a wild animal • a creature Native Americans hunt a lot • a treaty the U.S signed with the Cayuse • Native American's home in the Great Basin • an animal introduced through the settlers • a religion that has been proven to be fake • ...
norse myth 2025-07-02
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- / Odin’s wife; goddess of marriage and motherhood.
- / The world serpent who encircles Midgard.
- / The realms connected by Yggdrasil.
- / The realm of the gods.
- / Guardian of the Bifrost bridge.
- / A monstrous wolf destined to fight Odin.
- / Goddess of love, beauty, and war.
- / Allfather and chief god of Norse mythology.
- / God of war who sacrificed his hand to Fenrir.
- / Warrior maidens who escort fallen heroes.
- / The great tree that connects the Nine Worlds.
- / A type of Norse magic or sorcery.
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- / A race of giants and enemies of the gods.
- / Hall of slain warriors chosen by Odin.
- / The rainbow bridge connecting realms.
- / Thor’s powerful and magical hammer.
- / Trickster god known for mischief and chaos.
- / The icy realm of cold and mist.
- / Beloved god associated with light and purity.
- / The world of humans.
- / The end of the world in Norse mythology.
- / Carved stones inscribed with runes.
- / God of fertility and prosperity; brother of Freyja.
- / God of thunder, known for his mighty hammer.
- / Goddess ruling the underworld of the dead.
25 Clues: / The world of humans. • / The realm of the gods. • / The icy realm of cold and mist. • / Guardian of the Bifrost bridge. • / Goddess of love, beauty, and war. • / A type of Norse magic or sorcery. • / The realms connected by Yggdrasil. • / Thor’s powerful and magical hammer. • / Carved stones inscribed with runes. • / The rainbow bridge connecting realms. • ...
austral myth 2025-07-02
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- / Paths across the land used to remember creation stories
- / Rain and cloud spirits seen in rock art
- / Traditional curved hunting tool, also a symbol
- / Hairy, ape-like creature from Aboriginal folklore
- / Collection of cultural stories explaining the world
- / Traditional way of passing myths and teachings
- / Powerful snake-like being tied to water and creation
- / Supernatural beings from the Dreamtime
- / Something holy or spiritually significant
- / Aboriginal origin period of creation and stories
- / Symbol of a natural object linked to clan identity
- / Creator god known as the "Sky Father"
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- / The forming of land, people, and laws in mythology
- / Sky deity associated with initiation ceremonies
- / A divine male being linked with the heavens
- / Respected wisdom keepers and storytellers
- / Ritual event important to culture and belief
- / Spiritual beings who shaped the land
- / Eagle creator spirit and ancestral being
- / Sacred Aboriginal dance ceremony
- / Traditional tales passed through generations
- / Ancient drawings found in sacred sites
- / Female deity connected with fertility and nature
- / Frog who drank all the water in a famous tale
- / A group with shared ancestry and customs
25 Clues: / Sacred Aboriginal dance ceremony • / Spiritual beings who shaped the land • / Creator god known as the "Sky Father" • / Ancient drawings found in sacred sites • / Supernatural beings from the Dreamtime • / Rain and cloud spirits seen in rock art • / Eagle creator spirit and ancestral being • / A group with shared ancestry and customs • ...
Battle of Marathon Glossary Crossword 2014-08-10
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- Ancient style of architecture that were a dialect of the Dorians.
- A specific period of a person’s life time.
- A small fleet of ships or boats.
- “We have been victorious!” Greek word.
- of Thermopylae – Famous battle in 480 BC between the Greeks and Persians that occurs after the Battle of Marathon.
- An improvised military shelter that usually does not have protection from enemy fire, past tense.
- Citizen-soldiers of ancient Greek city-states that were heavily armed with primarily spears and sheilds.
- To name things one by one, past tense.
- Gravestones, Greek word.
- Dictatorship as this government is harsh and punishing.
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- Ancient Greek fortress located on highest part of Athens that contains ancient buildings that are of significance to Greek history.
- Another name for Greece used by the Greeks.
- A native of the area Lacedaemon that consists of Sparta and its surroundings.
- A senior military title in ancient Greece.
- To make full use of and to gain an advantage from.
- An area within boundaries/walls.
- A ruler who enforces cruelty and is oppressive.
- Soldiers fighting or marching on foot.
18 Clues: Gravestones, Greek word. • A small fleet of ships or boats. • An area within boundaries/walls. • “We have been victorious!” Greek word. • Soldiers fighting or marching on foot. • To name things one by one, past tense. • A specific period of a person’s life time. • A senior military title in ancient Greece. • Another name for Greece used by the Greeks. • ...
Stems Crossword Puzzle 2021-01-28
Eyni Dzangiev 2015-04-07
Figures in Greek Mythology 2024-01-28
6 Clues: God of the sea • The mascot of absurdism • A royal Spartan princess • Be careful what you wish for • The goddess who beat Poseidon • Had an annual festival dedicated to him
Night Holocaust 2021-03-05
20 Clues: event • fight • Prize • people • Wiesel • problem • 8 candles • last name • greek word • used offten • not the jews • name of place • greek word race • braking the law • extremely cruel • french word kill • people suffered here • free from imprisonment, • slaughter on a mass scale, • camps people where taken here
List 10 2019-04-15
10 Clues: same (Greek) • happy (Latin) • first (Latin) • third (Latin) • second (latin) • foreign (Greek) • laugh at (Latin) • prize, award (Greek) • other, different (Greek) • race course, running (Greek)
Greek stuff 2023-05-23
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- Goddess of the hearth
- Arachne's special skill
- Kronos's favorite weapon
- Goddess of love and beauty
- Titan, can see the future
- Meeting
- Man of many labors
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- Greek god Athens was named after
- government run by the people
- Mother earth
- ____ gods
- God of the sun
- Greek god of the underworld
- Home of the gods
- Animal that Arachne embodies
15 Clues: Meeting • ____ gods • Mother earth • God of the sun • Home of the gods • Man of many labors • Goddess of the hearth • Arachne's special skill • Kronos's favorite weapon • Titan, can see the future • Goddess of love and beauty • Greek god of the underworld • government run by the people • Animal that Arachne embodies • Greek god Athens was named after
Shorebird Etymology 2021-11-19
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- The cormorant genus "Phalacrocorax" comes from the Greek word for _______, and the Greek/Latin word for "raven."
- The plover genus "Charadrius" comes from the Greek word for ______.
- The turnstone genus Arenaria comes from the Latin word meaning arena, or ______.
- The term "melanocephala" found in Arenaria melanocephala comes from the Greek words meaning (two words) _______.
- The genus Nannopterum auritum (formerly Phalacrocorax auritum) comes from the Greek word for _____.
- The plover genus "Pluvialis" comes from the Latin word for ______.
- The curlew genus Numenius comes from the Greek words for (two words) _______.
- The term "auritum" in the scientific name of the double-crested cormorant comes from the Latin word for _____.
- The word "occidentales" found in the scientific names of the western grebe and the western gull comes from the Latin word for ______.
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- The name "erling" part of "sanderling" comes from the Viking/Celtic word for _________.
- The name "phaeopus" from the scientific name of the whimbrel comes from the Greek words for (two words)______.
- The word "pelagicus" found in Phalacrocorax/Urile pelagicus comes from the Greek word for sea (surface).
- The word "cormorant" comes from the Latin words meaning ______ raven.
- The word "alba" found in Ardea alba and Calidris alba come from the Latin word for _____.
14 Clues: The plover genus "Pluvialis" comes from the Latin word for ______. • The plover genus "Charadrius" comes from the Greek word for ______. • The word "cormorant" comes from the Latin words meaning ______ raven. • The curlew genus Numenius comes from the Greek words for (two words) _______. • ...
Norse Mythology 2014-10-20
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- The controller of fates
- Translated to "Middle Earth"
- Snake of the World
- The Land of Frost Giants
- The tree of the world
- Nordic Battle Angels
- Deals with change, chaos, trickery, and fire.
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- The Traveler, King
- End of the World Event
- Queen of Asgard
- The name of the collective countries involved in Norse Myths
- A very dangerous job
- Whose body was used to create the world?
13 Clues: Queen of Asgard • The Traveler, King • Snake of the World • Nordic Battle Angels • A very dangerous job • The tree of the world • End of the World Event • The controller of fates • The Land of Frost Giants • Translated to "Middle Earth" • Whose body was used to create the world? • Deals with change, chaos, trickery, and fire. • ...
Mythology Vocabulary 2024-04-10
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- the plan of action in a story, play, or novel
- the outcome of a story
- to change form, shape, structure, or substance
- a manner of speaking or writing that shows an attributed feeling on the aprt of the writer
- A supernatural being who has special powers over nature and humans
- the beginning: the source
- characterized by belief of worship in more than one god
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- the struggle that grows out of opposing forces between character and events. Conflict helps to create suspense in a story.
- a person who tells a story
- tale a fictional story that explains why something is the way it is
- Anything that is extremely unusual; an extraordinary occurrence
- a myth that has arisen, been told over time, or written to explain the origins of various social or natural phenomena
- French word for “why”
13 Clues: French word for “why” • the outcome of a story • the beginning: the source • a person who tells a story • the plan of action in a story, play, or novel • to change form, shape, structure, or substance • characterized by belief of worship in more than one god • Anything that is extremely unusual; an extraordinary occurrence • ...
Mythology Review 2024-09-13
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- Excessive pride
- Princess Savatri had to outwit Yamraj, who was the guardian of...
- Ix Chel was the goddess of the _________.
- Hercules was assigned _______ labors.
- Sin'opa was a skilled __________, even though it was outside of the expectations of women of the tribe.
- This hero fought the monster Grendel
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- person's principles or standards of behavior; one's judgment of what is important in life.
- A very typical example of a person or thing
- Anansi was a...
- A figure that is celebrated in the ancient legends of a people
- The author's attitude toward a subject
- A collection of stories especially based around a particular culture or religious tradition
- Thor, Loki, and Thalfi traveled to the land of ....
13 Clues: Excessive pride • Anansi was a... • This hero fought the monster Grendel • Hercules was assigned _______ labors. • The author's attitude toward a subject • Ix Chel was the goddess of the _________. • A very typical example of a person or thing • Thor, Loki, and Thalfi traveled to the land of .... • A figure that is celebrated in the ancient legends of a people • ...
Mythology Tales 2023-05-04
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- This individual is flawed because of their arrogance
- Neptune is associated with the Dolphins.
- Mercury has a theme of eloquence
- Amor is a symbol of romantic love
- Pluto's themes are unhappiness and isolation.
- The power of theme is associated with this individual
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- Bacchus has origins in Greece and Rome so he faces
- Vulcan has to do with disability
- unrequired love is one of the themes of this god.
- This individual is aware of their own beauty and rejects everyone else
- Jupiter gave someone the power to see the future.
- A theme that associates with this individual is the power of true love
- Sacred animals to Juno are both cows and peacocks
13 Clues: Vulcan has to do with disability • Mercury has a theme of eloquence • Amor is a symbol of romantic love • Neptune is associated with the Dolphins. • Pluto's themes are unhappiness and isolation. • unrequired love is one of the themes of this god. • Jupiter gave someone the power to see the future. • Sacred animals to Juno are both cows and peacocks • ...
Polynesian Mythology 2025-09-26
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- god of fertility, life, and agriculture
- The belief that all things have a soul
- god of creating and the wild
- god of darkness and the ocean
- father sky
- The explorer who discovered New Zealand
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- Race of small builder people in Hawaii
- The spiritual energy that allows for new life to be created
- The Disney movie that alludes to Polynesian mythology
- native people of New Zealand
- god of war and strength
- Human-like figures that are semi-gods
- Mother Earth
13 Clues: father sky • Mother Earth • god of war and strength • god of creating and the wild • native people of New Zealand • god of darkness and the ocean • Human-like figures that are semi-gods • Race of small builder people in Hawaii • The belief that all things have a soul • god of fertility, life, and agriculture • The explorer who discovered New Zealand • ...
Extra Credit: Greece Quiz #2 (2.10-2.21) 2021-10-22
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- a Spartan soldier could retire at age ____
- first battle of Persian wars
- number of Spartans that fought at Thermopylae
- the Persian War battle that was fought on the sea
- name for Persian governors
- Sparta defeated Athens in the ________ war
- ______ & tragedy were the two types of theater in ancient Greece
- English words that come from Latin and Greek words
- Alex the Great's empire was divided into ___ kingdoms when he died
- restored order in Persia and led first invasion of Greece
- Emperor ________ ended the Ancient Olympic games
- ram's horn pillars (crazy eyes) used in Greek architecture
- plain pillars used in Greek architecture
- soldiers who fight on horseback
- actors wore _____ to show emotion
- Darius' son; led second invasion of Greece
- _______ road was 1700 miles long
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- location of the ancient Olympic games
- new Persian capital
- a marathon is ___.2 miles long
- Sparta defeating Athens in the Peloponnesian War is the end of the _____ age in Greece
- ____ the great started the Persian empire
- Alex the Great died from _________
- Sparta focused on _______ strength and was known for its army
- Last name of the person that started the modern Olympic games in 1896
- ancient Greek homes were made out of ___-bricks
- only ____ place was awarded in ancient Greek Olympics
- 10,000 soldiers chosen for their bravery and skill
- the fanciest and most ornate pillars in Greek architecture
- Modern and Ancient Olympics take place every ____ years
- new Persian religion
- Cyrus' son that dies in a revolt
32 Clues: new Persian capital • new Persian religion • name for Persian governors • first battle of Persian wars • a marathon is ___.2 miles long • soldiers who fight on horseback • Cyrus' son that dies in a revolt • _______ road was 1700 miles long • actors wore _____ to show emotion • Alex the Great died from _________ • location of the ancient Olympic games • ...
6th Social Studies Greece 5B - Sparta (Impact) 2022-02-08
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- the top layer of society
- sea located to the east of Greece/Athens
- he formed the first government of the people, a democracy
- a blood red cape given to future Spartan soldiers
- strategic battle, Greece beats Persia, 26.2
- hierarchy of society
- war verses Darius I
- the reason for most Athenian deaths v. Sparta
- to this pre-Socratic thinker, numbers & math were keys to the universe
- a series of training and education that kept the strong & culled the weak
- mystc who foretold of futures and battles
- short-term elected leader who will make tough decisions for the good of all
- this word comes from the Greek words for “love of’ and ‘wisdom’
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- location of the battle referenced in the movie 300
- a united group of city-states
- Greek leader who rebuilt Athens
- a form of government in which a select few are in charge
- Greek name for a slave
- huge temple containing a gold statue of Athena
- these pre-Socratic thinkers thought everything was made from water
- king of the Persians
- herd of boys who lived, ate, and survived together
- Greek battleship made with bronze battering rams
- the thinker first postulated the concept of the atom
- Greek tyrant/leader who quickly made tough economic decisions
- Greek city-state that focused on strength and battle
- the father of history
- war between Athens and Sparta
- battle formation using shields and lances
- stone pillar indicating the farmer was in debt
30 Clues: war verses Darius I • king of the Persians • hierarchy of society • the father of history • Greek name for a slave • the top layer of society • a united group of city-states • war between Athens and Sparta • Greek leader who rebuilt Athens • sea located to the east of Greece/Athens • battle formation using shields and lances • mystc who foretold of futures and battles • ...
5678 Crossword 2025-10-30
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- A prefix that has the same definition of sub-
- A prefix that means the same thing as hyph-
- A Greek letter that makes an "A" sound
- This symbol ς is only used for the ___ of words
- The Greek letter with three symbols
- Definition for the prefix non-
- As a root this means "ill" but as a prefix this means "bad or difficult"
- Using this literal definition, "To turn away from" what is the word?
- The breathing symbol used when it changes how a vowel sounds by adding an "h" sound before it.
- Greek Suffix for "like, have the form of"
- Roman Numeral XXIII
- Two vowels that blend together as one sound
- Definition for the prefix neo-
- 1111 In Roman numeral form
- Can be transliterated as c or k
- This symbol Σ is only used for ___ letters
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- A name created after a person
- Greek suffix for "tool for viewing"
- Transliterate this word, τραῦμα
- Definition for the suffix -isk
- What Greek letter is Δ
- Definition for the prefixes Phil- and Philo-
- Greek suffix for "writing"
- If a word starts with __, it always has a rough breathing sign
- The breathing symbol for when it looks like a "9"
- Only translated as an "u" when it is a part of a dipthong
- Definition for the prefix crypto-
- The rule where when ___ appears before kappa, chi, or xi, it is transliterated as an "n"
- Prefix for within
- Prefix for "from, away from"
30 Clues: Prefix for within • Roman Numeral XXIII • What Greek letter is Δ • Greek suffix for "writing" • 1111 In Roman numeral form • Prefix for "from, away from" • A name created after a person • Definition for the suffix -isk • Definition for the prefix non- • Definition for the prefix neo- • Transliterate this word, τραῦμα • Can be transliterated as c or k • ...
Oceania 2023-05-18
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- both a continent and a country
- The Demi god of Polynesian mythology
- Maui's final quest did not help him achieve _____________
- the greatest threat to the Great Barrier Reef
- indigenous people of Australia
- This flower is common to both Memorial and Anzac Day
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- a ceremonial war dance performed by the Maori people
- famous battle fought during WWI
- sub region of Oceania w/ thousands of small islands
- an area of land under the control of a ruler or state
- a holiday that honors New Zealand and Australian troops
- a collection of stories that belong to a particular tradition
- the tropical region of the Pacific Ocean
- True or False? Myths are common in many cultures around the world.
- One of Maui's enemies. The pieces of this animal became all the creature in the sea
15 Clues: both a continent and a country • indigenous people of Australia • famous battle fought during WWI • The Demi god of Polynesian mythology • the tropical region of the Pacific Ocean • the greatest threat to the Great Barrier Reef • sub region of Oceania w/ thousands of small islands • a ceremonial war dance performed by the Maori people • ...
Viking Corssword 2024-09-30
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- The place where the vikings originated from
- The place where the vikings slayed King Harald Hardrada
- The god of thunder in their mythology
- The number of realms in there mythology
- The name of the tree which the vikings believed held all the realms
- The name of the noble members of the viking society
- The type of villages the vikings raided
- The viking explorer who discovered America in 1000 A.D
- The festival they celebrated for the arrival of spring
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- The slaves of the vikings
- The scandinavian seafarers who raided and pillaged
- The elite warriors of the vikings who consumed the magic mushrooms for fighting
- The legal court of the vikings
- The religion the vikings converted to in the 900s
- The place the vikings beleived they would go when they die
15 Clues: The slaves of the vikings • The legal court of the vikings • The god of thunder in their mythology • The number of realms in there mythology • The type of villages the vikings raided • The place where the vikings originated from • The religion the vikings converted to in the 900s • The scandinavian seafarers who raided and pillaged • ...
Greek Theater 2022-11-08
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- Greek Goddess of Wisdom
- The daughter who Agamemnon sacrificed
- The royal family of Sparta
- A type of drama that was about regular folks and usually was funny
- When everyone leaves the stage
- The entrance of the chorus
- Greek actors wore these on their faces to switch between characters
- Queen of Sparta, mother of Iphegenia, Electra, and Orestes
- Trojan Prince who eloped with Menelaus' wife
- The country where the origins of modern (western) theater began
- The king of Sparta who declared war on Troy
- Menelaus' wife who eloped with Paris.
- The God who the annual playwrighting competition was in honor of
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- the prophet who told Agamemnon to slaughter his daughter
- The Greek Goddess of hunting and the moon
- The city where the annual festival of Dionysus took place
- An ancient battleground, not part of modern Turkey
- A group of actors who represented the townspeople
- Greek City-State where Helen is from
- A type of drama that was usually about Gods and Goddesses or Royalty and often involved death
- Princess of Troy who is cursed with psychic powers
- Greek goddess of Love who promised Helen to Paris
- The king who slaughtered his daughter so he could sail from Aulis.
- The playwright who composed the Oresteia
24 Clues: Greek Goddess of Wisdom • The royal family of Sparta • The entrance of the chorus • When everyone leaves the stage • Greek City-State where Helen is from • The daughter who Agamemnon sacrificed • Menelaus' wife who eloped with Paris. • The playwright who composed the Oresteia • The Greek Goddess of hunting and the moon • The king of Sparta who declared war on Troy • ...
Ancient Greece KEB 2022-04-25
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- Greek name Hermes
- fought in the phalanx formation.
- held men inside to help sack troy
- announces that she will hold a contest
- battled Greeks for 10 years
- son of Priam
- Roman name Jupiter
- daughter of Zeus
- Greek name Aphrodite
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- causes men to hold odysseys to his ship
- Achilles best friend
- King of troy
- wife of odysseys
- cared very little for arts
- rose during the persian wars
- Roman name mars
- held captive for 7 years by calypso
- Greek name Hera
18 Clues: King of troy • son of Priam • Roman name mars • Greek name Hera • wife of odysseys • daughter of Zeus • Greek name Hermes • Roman name Jupiter • Achilles best friend • Greek name Aphrodite • cared very little for arts • battled Greeks for 10 years • rose during the persian wars • fought in the phalanx formation. • held men inside to help sack troy • held captive for 7 years by calypso • ...
Trojan Wars and Fall of Troy 2013-10-07
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- Zeus sent this to Agamemnon
- Blamed by Hera for tricking Zeus
- Died on Achilles' grave
- Odysseus was king of
- Number of days of Hector's funeral
- Mother of Achilles
- Won secret vote
- Daughter of Agamemnon
- First Greek to die
- Gift to Trojans which led to their demise
- Warned of the Greek gift
- Guided arrow at Achilles
- Chosen in the "Judgment of Paris"
- Killed self after losing secret vote
- Side favored by Poseidon
- Convinced Pandarus to shoot Menelaus
- The apple was marked "For the ____"
- Greek who was left at camp to gain Trojan trust
- Son of Aphrodite
- Troy is now a part of
- Patroclus took this from Achilles
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- Wrote the "Fall of Troy"
- Wounded Aphrodite
- Sacred image of Athena
- Where Achilles was shot
- If you kill one of your own you will pay
- Achilles' bones were buries with those of
- Windy place Greeks sailed to
- Wife of Hector
- River where Achilles almost was made invulnerable
- Killed Priam
- Wisest chieftain
- Final sacrifice of Trojan Wars
- Greek soothsayer
- King of Sparta
- Mountain where Paris is from
- Greatest Trojan warrior
- Side favored by Aphrodite
- Island where Philoctotes was left to die
- Offered to Athena by Hecuba
40 Clues: Killed Priam • Wife of Hector • King of Sparta • Won secret vote • Wisest chieftain • Greek soothsayer • Son of Aphrodite • Wounded Aphrodite • Mother of Achilles • First Greek to die • Odysseus was king of • Daughter of Agamemnon • Troy is now a part of • Sacred image of Athena • Died on Achilles' grave • Where Achilles was shot • Greatest Trojan warrior • Wrote the "Fall of Troy" • ...
Trojan Wars and Fall of Troy 2013-10-07
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- Died on Achilles' grave
- Island where Philoctotes was left to die
- Chosen in the "Judgment of Paris"
- Sacred image of Athena
- Killed Priam
- Daughter of Agamemnon
- Warned of the Greek gift
- King of Sparta
- Side favored by Aphrodite
- If you kill one of your own you will pay
- Troy is now a part of
- Won secret vote
- Mother of Achilles
- Patroclus took this from Achilles
- Son of Aphrodite
- Greek soothsayer
- Killed self after losing secret vote
- Side favored by Poseidon
- Mountain where Paris is from
- Gift to Trojans which led to their demise
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- Offered to Athena by Hecuba
- Greek who was left at camp to gain Trojan trust
- Blamed by Hera for tricking Zeus
- Wife of Hector
- Wrote the "Fall of Troy"
- First Greek to die
- Where Achilles was shot
- Achilles' bones were buries with those of
- The apple was marked "For the ____"
- River where Achilles almost was made invulnerable
- Wounded Aphrodite
- Zeus sent this to Agamemnon
- Final sacrifice of Trojan Wars
- Odysseus was king of
- Number of days of Hector's funeral
- Greatest Trojan warrior
- Wisest chieftain
- Convinced Pandarus to shoot Menelaus
- Guided arrow at Achilles
- Windy place Greeks sailed to
40 Clues: Killed Priam • Wife of Hector • King of Sparta • Won secret vote • Son of Aphrodite • Wisest chieftain • Greek soothsayer • Wounded Aphrodite • First Greek to die • Mother of Achilles • Odysseus was king of • Daughter of Agamemnon • Troy is now a part of • Sacred image of Athena • Died on Achilles' grave • Where Achilles was shot • Greatest Trojan warrior • Wrote the "Fall of Troy" • ...
Ancient Greece 2024-05-30
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- a form of government that gives power to the citizens to make decisions by voting
- a form of government that gives the power to rule to a few powerful people
- famous Athenian statesman and orater; led Athens during the Golden Age
- word that refers to the marketplace in ancient Greece
- a powerful city-state associated with a warrior culture
- Greek mathematician; famous for a theorem named after him
- poet; author of the Iliad and Odyssey
- Advanced legal reforms in ancient Athens; laid foundation for democracy
- ancient Greek god of the sky
- term that means "city-state"
- famous philosopher; known for study of logic; founded the Lyceum; taught Alexander the Great
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- Athenian leader associated with harsh legal code
- famous philosopher; controversial in his time; left no written work
- someone who seized power in ancient Greece through irregular means; negative association in modern usage
- the name of a League (alliance) headed by Athens to fight the Persians
- famous temple dedicated to Athena (in Athens)
- a fortified city, typically on a hill
- famous philosopher; founded the Academy; promoted the "philosopher-king" ideal
- Greek mathematician; considered "father of geometry"
- Ancient Greek playwright, famous for his tragedies
- largest Greek island; home to Minoan civilization
- a powerful city-state associated with Greece's Golden Age
22 Clues: ancient Greek god of the sky • term that means "city-state" • a fortified city, typically on a hill • poet; author of the Iliad and Odyssey • famous temple dedicated to Athena (in Athens) • Athenian leader associated with harsh legal code • largest Greek island; home to Minoan civilization • Ancient Greek playwright, famous for his tragedies • ...
Ancient Greece Crossword 2023-10-10
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- on the coastline of Greece there were many great ___________
- any non-greek (foreigner) was referred to as this
- a Greek soldier
- distant settlements controlled by a mother country
- main part of the Greek army (bunched up shields and spears sticking out)
- each independent city-state was called this
- Greece is very _________ with little tillable farmland
- This sea is to the south of Greece
- a type of government where the people vote for their leaders
- A greek city state where life was based around the military and conquering others
- a government led by a person who took the government by force
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- a government led by a few elite families
- ancient Athens traded away olive oil, honey, and pottery for ________ and wheat.
- the downtown marketplace in a city state
- greeks specialized in this crop
- In Sparta life was based around military __________, military skills, and protection
- In Athens life was based around arts, honoring the gods, and this
- this sea is to the west of Greece
- In Athens women could not vote or own ______________.
- the largest greek city state, known for being a democracy
- this sea is to the east of Greece
- enslaved people who were treated very poorly
22 Clues: a Greek soldier • greeks specialized in this crop • this sea is to the west of Greece • this sea is to the east of Greece • This sea is to the south of Greece • a government led by a few elite families • the downtown marketplace in a city state • each independent city-state was called this • enslaved people who were treated very poorly • ...
Greek and Roman Theater 2024-01-16
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- Weeks long festival where theater competitions took place
- Zeus, Poseidon, Hades, Athena, Apollo, Artemis, Dionysus, and friends
- Most famous Greek tragic playwright
- Biggest Amphitheater in Greece
- A tool used by Greek actors to help them portray more than one character
- A place Greeks and Romans used to see plays-Greeks dug into the ground, Romans built up
- Theater that flourished from 550 BC to 220 BC
- Greek play where main character is better off at the end of the story
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- Relied more heavily on singing. Also built amphitheaters up from the ground
- Greek god wine-making, fruit, festivity, and theater
- Big group of actors/singers/dancers that are an important part of the narrative or set
- "God in the Machine" in English-person shows up and everything is fixed
- Amphitheater named after the god of theater
- Greek play with a sad ending (most people don't make it)
14 Clues: Biggest Amphitheater in Greece • Most famous Greek tragic playwright • Amphitheater named after the god of theater • Theater that flourished from 550 BC to 220 BC • Greek god wine-making, fruit, festivity, and theater • Greek play with a sad ending (most people don't make it) • Weeks long festival where theater competitions took place • ...
Salvation 2021-11-11
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- What I WAS saved for with sin
- I am being saved
- Salvation in Greek (verb)
- I will be saved
- Salvation in Hebrew -make wide or room
- What I WILL be saved from
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- I was saved
- Greek word for unmerited favor
- His name means "God saves" or God is Salvation
- What we are saved by
- What I AM BEING saved for with sin
- Salvation in Greek (noun)
- The Old Testament Scriptures
- The New Testament Scriptures
14 Clues: I was saved • I will be saved • I am being saved • What we are saved by • Salvation in Greek (noun) • Salvation in Greek (verb) • What I WILL be saved from • The Old Testament Scriptures • The New Testament Scriptures • What I WAS saved for with sin • Greek word for unmerited favor • What I AM BEING saved for with sin • Salvation in Hebrew -make wide or room • ...
Quintero-Greek Theatre Review 2020-12-02
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- Greek term for pride
- Dialogue between characters and chorus
- The greek term for change in fortune
- The greek term for tragic flaw
- This refers to the chorus
- The introduction to the characters and the play
- The greek term for emotional purging
- At the end of each episode the chorus reflects on what happened
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- the expression of the words
- The story having beginning, middle, and end
- The main character
- The sense and meaning that goes into lines
- The entrance song to the chorus
- the final resolution
- The staging of the play
15 Clues: The main character • Greek term for pride • the final resolution • The staging of the play • This refers to the chorus • the expression of the words • The greek term for tragic flaw • The entrance song to the chorus • The greek term for change in fortune • The greek term for emotional purging • Dialogue between characters and chorus • The sense and meaning that goes into lines • ...
Greek learning 2023-05-04
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- The author of "The Histories."
- The most famous Greek doctor.
- Stories were Socrates was the main character.
- The creator of the Pythagorean Theorem
- The naval commander turned Greek historian.
- Natural philosopher that came up with the idea of atoms.
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- Student
- a word that means a school devoted to a particular subject.
- Greek word meaning love of wisdom
- The most famous Greek doctor
- a step-by-step system developed by the Greeks.
- the ability to think in a clear way.
- A mathematical statement that can be proved
- The student of Socrates.
- The author of "Elements"
15 Clues: Student • The student of Socrates. • The author of "Elements" • The most famous Greek doctor • The most famous Greek doctor. • The author of "The Histories." • Greek word meaning love of wisdom • the ability to think in a clear way. • The creator of the Pythagorean Theorem • A mathematical statement that can be proved • The naval commander turned Greek historian. • ...
Greek and Latin Roots Practice #1 2025-09-10
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- This word means "rock oil"
- This name comes from the Greek word for "earth"
- This Greek root means "sleep"
- This Latin root means "stone"
- Anno Domini means "the year of our ___"
- This derivative refers to someone who is crazy
- This Latin root means "year"
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- This Latin root means "sleep"
- The study of the earth
- This Greek root means "earth"
- A single massive stone or rock is a ___
- This name comes from the Latin word for "stone"
- This word describes a volcano that hasn't exploded recently
- This Greek root means "stone"
- This Latin root means "moon"
15 Clues: The study of the earth • This word means "rock oil" • This Latin root means "moon" • This Latin root means "year" • This Latin root means "sleep" • This Greek root means "earth" • This Greek root means "sleep" • This Latin root means "stone" • This Greek root means "stone" • A single massive stone or rock is a ___ • Anno Domini means "the year of our ___" • ...
Greece Quiz Review 2021-09-08
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- This Greek god is considered the ruler, protector, and father of all gods and humans.
- What was the culture called that Alexander created when he mixed the Persian, Egyptian, Greek, and Indian cultures together?
- When ancient Greeks needed resources they chose either to Trade with others or...
- Spartans' form of government.
- Alexander used the same _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ to unite his empire.
- Famous temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, whom the people of Athens considered their patroness.
- A city with its own independent government.
- This country is Also its own continent.
- Who conquered Greece, Persia, the Middle East, and Egypt?
- A Greek city-state that focused primarily on warfare and not education.
- Athens' form of government.
- A government where a King and Queen rules.
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- A piece of land surrounded by water on 3 sides.
- These geographical features was one of the reasons that the Greek City-States were not unified and friendly with each other.
- A government where the majority of people make decisions.
- Pericles had a golden age of _ _ _ _ _ & prosperity in Athens.
- A Greek city-state that focused more on Education & Democracy than Military Training.
- Alexander chose to conquer areas with _ _ _ _ _ _ because they would help farming and trade flourish!
- Pericles united Athens and Sparta to fight which large empire?
- Phillip & Alexander were from what City-State?
- Famous Greek writer of the Iliad & the Odyssey.
- The spreading of ideas and cultures is called...
- An important Sea in Ancient Greece.
- Greeks used the sea for this to gain resources.
- This Spartan King/Warrior led the last stand battle at Thermopylae against the Persian empire.
25 Clues: Athens' form of government. • Spartans' form of government. • An important Sea in Ancient Greece. • This country is Also its own continent. • A government where a King and Queen rules. • A city with its own independent government. • Phillip & Alexander were from what City-State? • A piece of land surrounded by water on 3 sides. • ...
Book Genres at TL 2021-07-24
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- informative and only facts!
- Myths, mythology subgenre
- GOT SOME SHIVERS THIS BE SCARY
- chemistry and biology and animals and LIFE
- lots of suspense
- about me
- hera and zeus or maybe you prefer the roman forms?
- a genre that cannot be directly said in game
- thinking about reality
- worst subject ever. who likes this. simple addition is the only easy part
- do mi so mi do so do. half note + half note = whole note
- going on a quest!
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- going back in timeee
- let's make some food!
- how to!
- made up stories
- nursery rhymes for little kids
- zodiacs not stars
- we have too many in this genre
- Picasso? Leonardo da Vinci?? This you??
- fiction going back in time BUT THIS STORY ISNT REAL :ooooo
- futuristic and tech filled
- gotta be a detective with these :o
- Sciences, studies about all aspects of humans
- faires and eleves and magic
- knock knock
- this happens a lot in girl friend groups BAHHA
27 Clues: how to! • about me • knock knock • made up stories • lots of suspense • zodiacs not stars • going on a quest! • going back in timeee • let's make some food! • thinking about reality • Myths, mythology subgenre • futuristic and tech filled • informative and only facts! • faires and eleves and magic • nursery rhymes for little kids • GOT SOME SHIVERS THIS BE SCARY • we have too many in this genre • ...
Greek stuff 2023-05-23
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- Goddess of the hearth
- Arachne's special skill
- Kronos's favorite weapon
- Goddess of love and beauty
- Titan, can see the future
- Meeting
- Man of many labors
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- Greek god Athens was named after
- government run by the people
- Mother earth
- ____ gods
- God of the sun
- Greek god of the underworld
- Home of the gods
- Animal that Arachne embodies
15 Clues: Meeting • ____ gods • Mother earth • God of the sun • Home of the gods • Man of many labors • Goddess of the hearth • Arachne's special skill • Kronos's favorite weapon • Titan, can see the future • Goddess of love and beauty • Greek god of the underworld • government run by the people • Animal that Arachne embodies • Greek god Athens was named after
Acient greece Vocab 2021-10-05
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- an Athenian philosopher during the Classical period in Ancient Greece, founder of the Platonist school of thought
- an ancient Greek war fought between the Delian League, which was led by Athens
- was a king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon. A member of the Argead dynasty, he was born in Pella—a city in Ancient Greece—in 356 BC
- the first advanced and distinctively Greek civilization in mainland Greece with its palatial states, urban organization, works of art, and writing system.
- a series of conflicts between the Achaemenid Empire and Greek city-states that started in 499 BC and lasted until 449 BC.
- the highest class in certain societies, especially those holding hereditary titles or offices.
- a city state in ancient Greece, especially as considered in its ideal form for philosophical purposes.
- a member of a Hellenic people speaking the Doric dialect of Greek
- period of ancient Greek history between 507 BCE (the date of the first democracy in Athens) and 323 BCE (the death of Alexander the Great).
- a Greek philosopher from Athens who is credited as a founder of Western philosophy
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- the king of the kingdom of Macedon from 359 BC until his assassination in 336 BC
- a body of troops or police officers standing or moving in close formation.
- a Greek philosopher and polymath during the Classical period in Ancient Greece. Taught by Plato, he was the founder of the Lyceum
- a system of government by the whole population or all the eligible members of a state, typically through elected representatives.
- civilization on the island of Crete and other Aegean Islands, whose earliest beginnings were from c. 3500 BC
- was the reputed author of the Iliad and the Odyssey, the two epic poems that are the foundational works of ancient Greek literature.
16 Clues: a member of a Hellenic people speaking the Doric dialect of Greek • a body of troops or police officers standing or moving in close formation. • an ancient Greek war fought between the Delian League, which was led by Athens • the king of the kingdom of Macedon from 359 BC until his assassination in 336 BC • ...
Persian War cross word 2025-09-24
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- The narrow mountain pass where a small Spartan-led force held off the Persian army
- The Greek city-state known for its military culture
- The large and powerful empire that invaded Greece during the 5th century BCE
- The Spartan king who commanded the forces at the Battle of Thermopylae
- The Persian king who launched the first invasion of Greece
- A type of ancient Greek infantry soldier
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- The Greek leader who famously ran the marathon to announce the victory at the Battle of Marathon
- A decisive naval battle fought in 480 BCE, where the Greek fleet defeated the larger Persian fleet
- The final major land battle of the second Persian invasion, where the Greeks secured victory
- The Greek historian known as the "Father of History," who wrote extensively on the Persian Wars
- The battle where the Athenians famously defeated the first Persian invasion in 490 BCE
- A trireme is a type of ancient Greek warship with three banks of
- The name of the alliance of Greek city-states led by Athens
- The Persian king who led the second invasion of Greece in 480 BCE
14 Clues: A type of ancient Greek infantry soldier • The Greek city-state known for its military culture • The Persian king who launched the first invasion of Greece • The name of the alliance of Greek city-states led by Athens • A trireme is a type of ancient Greek warship with three banks of • The Persian king who led the second invasion of Greece in 480 BCE • ...
Ancient Greece Vs. Ancient Rome by Eva Allen. 2021-02-11
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- The Greeks had a separate room just for the ___to talk and be served.
- Both Rome and Greeks made their pieces of clothing out of ___.
- The __ dog was used for many different reasons between the Romans and the Greeks.
- Ancient Greek had clothing called _____ this was worn by men and women, for ancient Rome however they wore a toga that was also worn by men and women.
- Both Rome and Greeks made dolls that were made with __.
- Ancient Rome made it so the people that got married had to be __, but for ancient Greek girls, they had to be 12 or 13.
- Greek made the dolls with __, but the Romans did not.
- The women of Greeks were not allowed to be in the parts of the house that had _visitors. But the Roman women could if they wanted to.
- Rome and Greek both had a____ with moving body parts just for girls.
- ___ this was the pet that the Greeks and the Romans love so dearly, this pet was also the most common from the animals.
- The__was Greeks and Romans main food that they like to use, they can turn this food into different things.
- Rome and Greek both had very _______ sports.
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- The Romans built high stories for __, but the Greeks had the houses built to protect the people from cold and hot weather.
- The Romans had separate rooms for___ but the Geeks let them share the same room.
- Ancient Greek’s boys played with ___ while the Roman boys played with wooden swords and shields.
- The dad of ancient Rome and ancient Greek would look for the right___ to get married to their son or daughter.
- Ancient Rome wore the toga for many different reasons, such as they wore it to show people what __ they were in. Ancient Greek didn’t do that however, they wore their pieces of clothing for their own reasons.
- wife Ancient Rome and ancient Greek had to be moved into their __ after they had their wedding.
- Rome and Greek both focused on making pictures of ___.
- The Romans had separate apartments ___ rooms at most, the Greeks didn’t do this.
20 Clues: Rome and Greek both had very _______ sports. • Greek made the dolls with __, but the Romans did not. • Rome and Greek both focused on making pictures of ___. • Both Rome and Greeks made dolls that were made with __. • Both Rome and Greeks made their pieces of clothing out of ___. • Rome and Greek both had a____ with moving body parts just for girls. • ...
Hellenistic Greece 2021-04-29
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- A form of government that gives power to the people. Originated in Athens. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.4)
- A Greek philosopher who challenged his students to ask questions and think for themselves. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.1)
- One of the greatest Greek playwrights, wrote comedies. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.2)
- A Greek philosopher who laid the foundation for biology, law, physics, and politics. Also tutored Alexander the Great. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.1)
- An era when the world was dominated by Greek culture. The three centuries after Alexander's death. (Ch. 9 lesson 3.3)
- A form of play that was humorous and mocked famous people. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.2)
- A temple built in honor of Athena. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.3) Demonstrates the wealth and political power of Athens.
- The study of the universe and our place in it. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.1)
- A slave who wrote fables, or short stories with animals as the main characters. Each fable taught a moral lesson. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.1)
- A group of people chosen to decide guilt or innocence in a trial. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.4)
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- Worldly, diverse, a way to describe the city of Alexandria.(Ch. 9 lesson 3.3)
- A Greek philosopher who believed the world was a shadow of a superior world. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.1)
- The capital of the Hellenistic world. Had a worldly atmosphere and housed the Great Library. (Ch. 9 lesson 3.3)
- A form of play which was serious and had characters suffering before an unhappy ending. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.2)
- Wrote about the history of the Persian Wars. Considered the father of history. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.1)
- The goddess of wisdom and war. The patron saint of Athens. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.3)
- One of the greatest Greek playwrights, wrote tragedies. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.2)
- Macedonian king who conquered the Persian empire. His conquests helped spread Greek culture throughout Asia and start the Hellenistic era.(Ch. 9 lesson 2.2)
- the god of dance and theater. Greek drama evolved from plays honoring him. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.2)
19 Clues: The study of the universe and our place in it. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.1) • One of the greatest Greek playwrights, wrote comedies. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.2) • One of the greatest Greek playwrights, wrote tragedies. (Ch. 9 lesson 4.2) • Worldly, diverse, a way to describe the city of Alexandria.(Ch. 9 lesson 3.3) • ...
Fantasy Creatures 2023-08-11
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- What mythical creature has wings and breathes fire?
- What winged horse in Greek mythology is often associated with thunder and lightning?
- What mythical creature is a human that transforms into a wolf during the full moon?
- What person uses spells and potions for both good and bad purposes?
- What tiny, magical creature has wings and is often associated with good luck?
- What half-human, half-fish creature lives in the water?
- What legendary bird is said to be reborn from its own ashes?
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- What creature is large, ugly, and often depicted as threatening?
- What small, bearded creature is often depicted as living underground and guarding treasure?
- What creature is known for its ability to transform into a bat and drink blood?
- What creature is known for its pointy ears and magical abilities?
- What magical creature is known for its single horn on its forehead?
- What person possesses magical powers and is skilled in sorcery?
- What mischievous creature from Irish folklore is known for hiding its pot of gold?
- What mythical creature has the body of a lion and the head of an eagle?
- What creature is half-human, half-horse, with the upper body of a human and lower body of a horse?
16 Clues: What mythical creature has wings and breathes fire? • What half-human, half-fish creature lives in the water? • What legendary bird is said to be reborn from its own ashes? • What person possesses magical powers and is skilled in sorcery? • What creature is large, ugly, and often depicted as threatening? • ...
Chapter 1 & 2 2019-09-04
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- an English custom – a light meal in the late afternoon
- beautiful female figures in Greek myth who lived in wells or bodies of water
- a radio without wires or cords
- a disturbance or quarrel
- chemicals to keep moths away from clothing in storage
- a scarf worn around the neck for warmth
- eager for knowledge; curious
- beautiful female figures in Greek myth who lived inside trees
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- simply
- packages
- a figure in Greek myth having the body of a man,with the ears and tail of a horse
- the god of wine in Greek myths
- a large, cabinet-like piece of furniture which serves as a closet for storing clothing
- small fish
- joyful celebration
- giving a sense of security, causing sleep or relaxation
- strange or unusual
- a male deer
18 Clues: simply • packages • small fish • a male deer • joyful celebration • strange or unusual • a disturbance or quarrel • eager for knowledge; curious • the god of wine in Greek myths • a radio without wires or cords • a scarf worn around the neck for warmth • chemicals to keep moths away from clothing in storage • an English custom – a light meal in the late afternoon • ...
Norse Mythology 2021-12-15
13 Clues: Thor's wife • the watcher • Odin's wife • ruler of gods • God of the sea • god of thunder • Freya's brother • God of mischief • Balder's brother • most beautiful goddess • greatest among the gods • Keeper of the golden apples • Fenrir's only friend who betrayed him
Mythology vocab 2024-04-11
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- the plan or action of a story
- a supernatural being who has special power
- helps create suspense in a story
- the beginning or source
- the outcome of a story
- a myth that has arisen
- anything that is extremely unusual
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- the person who tells the story
- meaning more than one
- French word for why
- a fictional tale that explains why something is what it is
- a manner of speaking
- to change shape or form
13 Clues: French word for why • a manner of speaking • meaning more than one • the outcome of a story • a myth that has arisen • the beginning or source • to change shape or form • the plan or action of a story • the person who tells the story • helps create suspense in a story • anything that is extremely unusual • a supernatural being who has special power • ...
Mythology Vocabulary 2024-03-20
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- intense rage
- sound caused by the reflection of sound waves
- an experienced or trusted advisor
- having a complete, airtight seal
- joyful; merry; derived from Zeus' Roman name
- punished by holding up the world on his shoulders
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- shiny; showing all the colors of the rainbow
- lacking energy; derived from the name of an Underworld river
- deprived of water
- a task requiring great strength
- a grain used for food; connected with Demeter
- war-like; pertaining to war
- complete disorder or confusion; existed before the world took shape
13 Clues: intense rage • deprived of water • war-like; pertaining to war • a task requiring great strength • having a complete, airtight seal • an experienced or trusted advisor • shiny; showing all the colors of the rainbow • joyful; merry; derived from Zeus' Roman name • sound caused by the reflection of sound waves • a grain used for food; connected with Demeter • ...
Japanese Mythology 2022-03-29
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- The Imperial Regalia is a mirror, bead, and ____.
- Supernatural fox spirits
- Tsukuyomi was born of Izanagi's _____ eye.
- Goddess of Food.
- Father of the Three Precious Children
- Popular anime series utilizing terms of myth.
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- Night and day are __ because of Ukemochi's death
- Amaterasu was born of Izanagi's _____ eye.
- Brother of Amaterasu.
- androgynous deity of success, rice, fertility, etc.
- God born out of Izanagi's nose.
- Goddess of the Sun.
- divine beings in Shinto religion.
13 Clues: Goddess of Food. • Goddess of the Sun. • Brother of Amaterasu. • Supernatural fox spirits • God born out of Izanagi's nose. • divine beings in Shinto religion. • Father of the Three Precious Children • Amaterasu was born of Izanagi's _____ eye. • Tsukuyomi was born of Izanagi's _____ eye. • Popular anime series utilizing terms of myth. • ...
Egyptian mythology 2021-12-01
13 Clues: symbol of chaos • god of funerals • gods were made with • god of the underworld • humans were made with • other invisible power • earliest group of gods • egyptian word for order • snake that threatened ra • god who was reborn daily • god who established order • name of the invisible power • ra used it to travel the sky
Roman Mythology 2021-12-17
13 Clues: god of war • god of death • serpent king • "Great Mother" • king of the gods • queen of the gods • goddess of wisdom • the goddess of love • half man, half goat • the first king of rome • god of freshwater and the sea • Virgil's take on the Trojan War • the ferryman that crosses the river styx
Norse Mythology 2021-12-17
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- Heaven
- a burning rainbow bridge between midgard and asgard
- the giant sea-serpent that encircles midgard
- supernatural women that choose who live and die in battle
- goddess of love
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- trickster god
- god of thunder
- realm of the gods
- the great wolf
- Doomsday
- hammer of the thunder god
- eight-legged horse ridden by Odin
- old norse textbook written in Iceland in the eary 13th century
13 Clues: Heaven • Doomsday • trickster god • god of thunder • the great wolf • goddess of love • realm of the gods • hammer of the thunder god • eight-legged horse ridden by Odin • the giant sea-serpent that encircles midgard • a burning rainbow bridge between midgard and asgard • supernatural women that choose who live and die in battle • ...
Norse Mythology 2021-12-15
13 Clues: Thor's wife • the watcher • Odin's wife • ruler of gods • God of the sea • god of thunder • Freya's brother • God of mischief • Balder's brother • most beautiful goddess • greatest among the gods • Keeper of the golden apples • Fenrir's only friend who betrayed him
Ican Mythology 2025-10-13
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- QUILLA Moon goddess, sister-wife of Inti
- Jaguar god of the underworld
- Star goddess, protector of maidens
- Sun god and most important Incan deity
- Serpent of the underworld
- Earth mother goddess
- Goddess of the sea
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- God of thunder and rain
- Condor spirit, messenger of the gods
- Lightning god, brother of Illapa
- God of earthquakes
- Creator god of the Inca
- Rainbow serpent deity
13 Clues: God of earthquakes • Goddess of the sea • Earth mother goddess • Rainbow serpent deity • God of thunder and rain • Creator god of the Inca • Serpent of the underworld • Jaguar god of the underworld • Lightning god, brother of Illapa • Star goddess, protector of maidens • Condor spirit, messenger of the gods • Sun god and most important Incan deity • ...
Ancient Greece 2013-11-14
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- an early city-state of Greece
- goddess of love and beauty
- a part of the Greek peninsula
- king of the gods and ruler of Mount Olympus
- when the greeks and the people of Troy fought
- a government by the people
- a city state located in the southern part of Greece, opposite of Athens
- island in the eastern Mediterranean sea, the center of the Minoan civilization
- sea the sea that separates western Greece from southeastern Italy
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- a famous Greek thinker
- sea a large body of water bordered by Europe, Asia, and Africa
- ancient Athenian leader who strove to make Athens the center of art and literature and who was responsible for building the Parthenon
- legendary king of the Minoan civilization
- city-state that was the best example of ancient Greek democracy, the captital of modern Greece
- Greek city-state that defeated Sparta
- an area of ancient Greece where the Olympic Games were first held
- ancient Greek poet who composed two poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey about the Trojan War
- sea the sea that separates Greece from the Asia Minor
- a city on the western coast of the Asia Minor, site of the legendary Trojan War
19 Clues: a famous Greek thinker • goddess of love and beauty • a government by the people • a part of the Greek peninsula • an early city-state of Greece • Greek city-state that defeated Sparta • legendary king of the Minoan civilization • king of the gods and ruler of Mount Olympus • when the greeks and the people of Troy fought • ...
