Ancient Greeks: Horrible histories

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Across
  1. 3. A system of government where citizens vote on important decisions
  2. 6. A Greek foot soldier who fought with a spear and shield
  3. 8. The central marketplace where Greeks met to shop and discuss ideas
  4. 9. The gathering where citizens spoke and voted on city laws
  5. 13. The powerful city-state known as the birthplace of democracy
  6. 14. The hilltop area of a Greek city where important temples were built
  7. 15. The athletic games held every four years to honour the god Zeus
  8. 16. A special building where the Greeks worshipped their gods
  9. 18. A boat used by the Greeks to fight battles at sea
Down
  1. 1. The Macedonian leader called "the Great" who conquered a huge empire
  2. 2. The collection of stories about Greek gods, heroes and monsters
  3. 4. The goddess of wisdom and warfare, and protector of Athens
  4. 5. A free person who had the right to take part in government
  5. 7. The city-state famous for its strong army and tough military training
  6. 10. The famous philosopher who taught people to question everything
  7. 11. The study of big questions about life, knowledge and truth
  8. 12. The king of the Greek gods who ruled from Mount Olympus
  9. 17. The famous temple dedicated to the goddess Athena in Athens