Benchmark 2 - Revision Crossword Puzzle

4. A public space for assembly in ancient Greek cities.
6. The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge and existence.
7. A major route for trade and communication in Persia.
9. Greek god of the sea.
10. A Greek city-state known for its democracy.
12. The kingdom ruled by Alexander’s father, King Philip.
14. The practice of sports, especially in the Olympics.
15. The capital of the Kingdom of Kush.
16. Provinces within the Persian Empire.
18. Julius Caesar, a general who played a key role in the demise of the Roman Republic.
20. Persian king who expanded the empire and built the Royal Road.
22. High city of Athens, home to important temples.
24. The earliest written Roman laws.
26. The capital of the Persian Empire.
29. Father of Alexander the Great, king of Macedon.
31. An ancient kingdom located to the south of Egypt.
33. The practice of banishing a person from a city-state.
34. A system of government where the people rule.
36. Those incharge of the Legislative branch.
37. Greek god of the underworld.

1. Temple dedicated to Athena, located on the Acropolis.
2. Region conquered by Alexander, where he was hailed as a god.
3. A governor of a province in the Persian Empire.
5. A Greek city-state famous for its strong military.
8. The capital of the Roman Republic.
11. A blend of Greek and Eastern cultures following Alexander's conquests.
13. First emperor of Rome, formerly known as Octavian.
15. A collection of stories about gods, heroes, and creatures.
17. Wars fought between Rome and Carthage.
19. The queen of Kush who fought against the Romans.
21. A leader in the Roman government, two were elected each year.
23. Ancient Greek festival of athletic competition.
25. A group of nations or territories under a single ruler, like Alexander's empire.
27. The region where the Kingdom of Kush was located.
28. Leader of Athens during its Golden Age.
30. Founder of the Achaemenid Persian Empire.
32. The empire that Alexander conquered.
35. King of the Greek gods.