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Chapter 9 Lesson 1

Chapter 9 Lesson 1. A Time of Glory in Athens. Objectives. Analyze the roles of Athens and Sparta in the wars with the Persian Empire Identify the difference between direct democracy and representatives democracy . Vocabulary.

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Chapter 9 Lesson 1

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  1. Chapter 9 Lesson 1 A Time of Glory in Athens

  2. Objectives • Analyze the roles of Athens and Sparta in the wars with the Persian Empire • Identify the difference between direct democracy and representatives democracy

  3. Vocabulary • Direct Democracy – every Athenian who was a free male over 18 years old an equal vote in the assembly • Veto – to reject it • Representative Democracy – democracy in which citizens elect other people to make decisions for them

  4. The Persian Wars - 490s BC • The Greek city-states united to fight the Persian Empire • In the Battle of Marathon, the smaller Athenian-led force defeated the Persians

  5. Greek Victories • Emperor Xerxes, 4th king of Persia, almost conquered the Greeks • In key victories, however, the Athenian navy defeated the Persians at sea, and the Spartans beat them on land • Athenian navy led the Persian navy into a narrow strait. There, the lighter, faster Athenian ships could turn quicker than the Persian ships • This advantage allowed the Greeks to defeat the Persians in battle

  6. Democracy in Athens – 508 BC • Cleisthenes’ reforms led to a direct democracy, now citizens could make decisions about their government • Pericles’ reforms allowed all citizens to take part in the democratic system • Modern reformers also work for the rights of all citizens

  7. The Golden Age • During the Golden Age of Athens, leaders built grand public buildings to celebrate Athenian democracy and culture • It was a time of artistic, scholarly and economic growth • Pericles wanted to make Athens a model for respected Greek political, economic, and social structures • He spent money on public projects and supported the arts, culture, science, and other intellectual activities

  8. Summary • Greek city-states united to fight the Persians in the Persian wars • Greek victories led to a time of growth and wealth for Athens and its early democracy • This began a period of cultural achievement called the Golden Age of Athens. • These enduring contributions continue to influence people

  9. Reading Check Questions • What caused the Greek city-states to unite? • A common enemy, Persia, was trying to invade their lands • How were the roles of Athens and Sparta in the Persian Wars alike and different? • They both fought to defeat the Persians. Athens won victories at sea, while Sparta won them on land • What are the key differences between a direct democracy and a representative democracy? • In a direct democracy, all citizens vote directly in one place. On a representative democracy, citizens elect others to carry out these activities • What contributed to the rise of the Golden Age in Athens? • End of the war, pride, tribute, strong leaders

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