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Ancient Greek civilisation: what is its most significant legacy?

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Why this, why now

In this unit, pupils develop their understanding of historical significance whilst examining the legacy of ancient Greek civilisation. They build knowledge of various facets of ancient Greek civilisation: its philosophers, the Olympics, Athenian democracy, its language and architecture.

Prior knowledge requirements

  • Ardaydu waa inay yaqaanaan aasaaska maadada.
  • Ardaydu waa inay awoodaan inay raacaan tilmaamo fudud.
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Ancient Greek civilisation: what is its most significant legacy?

In this unit, pupils develop their understanding of historical significance whilst examining the legacy of ancient Greek civilisation. They build knowledge of various facets of ancient Greek civilisation: its philosophers, the Olympics, Athenian democracy, its language and architecture.

6 lessons
  1. The Trojan War and 'The Iliad'
  2. The Ancient Greek Olympic Games
  3. The legacy of Ancient Greek language and architecture
  4. Athenian democracy and modern Britain
  5. The most significant legacy of Ancient Greece
  6. Famous Ancient Greek philosophers