Ancient Greece Vocabulary 1
citizen
A person who has rights and responsibilities in
his or her country or community
monarchy
A government ruled by a king or queen
oligarchy
• A government ruled by a small group of the
richest and most powerful citizens
democracy
A government in which every citizen is allowed
to vote on issues. Means “rule by the people”
epic
A long poem that tells the story of a legendary
hero or historical figure