Compare: Ancient Greece and Ancient Rome
Government: What was the structure and what were the main principles of each civilization's government?
Arts: What contributions or achievements did each civilization make in visual art, science, architecture, literature, theater, and medicine?
Economics: How did the civilizations grow and prosper?
Religion: What were the common religious practices? What was the government’s role in religion?
1-2 sentences each question
Government: Ancient Greece had a system of city-states with a direct democracy in Athens and a council of elders in Sparta, while Ancient Rome had a republic with a senate and consuls. Both civilizations valued the ideals of citizenship, justice, and public service.
Arts: Ancient Greece made significant contributions to architecture, sculpture, drama, philosophy, and mathematics, while Ancient Rome excelled in engineering, literature, law, and public works such as roads and aqueducts.
Economics: Both civilizations relied heavily on agriculture, trade, and slavery for economic growth. Ancient Greece had a strong maritime trade network, while Ancient Rome built a vast empire through conquest.
Religion: Ancient Greeks worshipped a pantheon of gods and goddesses and engaged in rituals to honor them, while Ancient Romans adopted and adapted Greek religious practices with their own pantheon. The government played a role in overseeing religious festivals and maintaining public order.