Chapter 29: The Golden Age of Athens
Essential Question: What were the major cultural achievements of Athens?
In this chapter, you explore major achievements in ancient Greek culture during the Golden Age of Athens.
Athens After the Persian Wars
Pericles was a great leader who promoted both the rebuilding of Athens and the growth of Greek culture and democracy. Greek Religion The Greek worship of gods and goddesses was part of everyday life.Athens was named for the goddess Athena. The Parthenon honored her. The temple at Delphi honored the god Apollo. The Greeks told myths, or stories, about their many gods. Greek Architecture and Sculpture The temples on the acropolis in Athens were examples of the Greek talent for architecture. The lifelike marble statues made in workshops displayed the art of sculpture. Greek Drama and Philosophy Athenians enjoyed dramas staged in large open-air theaters. Only male actors performed. The Greeks also enjoyed discussing philosophy. Socrates was one of the greatest philosophers in Athens. Greek Sports The Greeks competed in athletic events at the Panathenaic Games and the Olympics. Events included races and combat sports. |
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