Greek Crossword Puzzle Project

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  1. 3. A high, rocky citadel or hilltop in a Greek city, usually housing major temples.
  2. 5. The goddess of wisdom, crafts, and strategic warfare.
  3. 7. An ancient Greek drinking party and philosophical discussion.
  4. 9. An influential Greek philosopher and scientist.
  5. 10. An independent city-state in ancient Greece.
  6. 14. A heavily armed ancient Greek foot soldier.
  7. 16. The ancient Greek silver coin used as currency.
  8. 17. A form of government ruled by a privileged minority or the wealthy.
  9. 19. The god of the underworld
  10. 20. An absolute ruler who seized power outside of traditional law.
  11. 21. A subjugated Spartan slave or serf.
  12. 23. The story of what happened in the Trojan war
  13. 24. A famous battle site and origin of the long-distance race.
  14. 27. An epic poem describing Odysseus's long journey home.
  15. 28. King of the gods,sky,thunder,and lightning.
  16. 29. The legendary epic poet of the Iliad and Odyssey.
  17. 30. A tight, rectangular military formation of foot soldiers.
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  1. 1. The period of Greek history and culture after Alexander.
  2. 2. The famous temple dedicated to Athena on the Acropolis.
  3. 4. A classical Greek philosopher credited as a founder of Western philosophy.
  4. 6. A mythical monster with the head of a bull and body of a man.
  5. 8. A prominent classical philosopher and student of Socrates.
  6. 11. A prominent city-state famous for its strict military training.
  7. 12. The worship of many different gods and goddesses
  8. 13. A long narrative poem, like those written by Homer
  9. 15. A light spear thrown as a weapon or in sports.
  10. 18. Athletic games that were held every four years in honor of Zeus.
  11. 20. A serious form of drama exploring human suffering and fate.
  12. 22. A prominent city-state known as the birthplace of democracy.
  13. 25. A theatrical form of drama intended to be humorous.
  14. 26. An early civilization of mainland Greece.