| A | B |
|---|
| City-state | city that rules itself and the area around it |
| Knossos | huge, ancient palace on Crete |
| Labyrinth | a maze |
| Mythology | stories that explain the origins of creation and nature of the world, people, and culture |
| Mycenaean | second major Greek civilization that lived on the mainland and who conquered the Minoans |
| Democracy | a system of government in which the people rule |
| Monarchy | a system of government in which the king is the ruler |
| Oligarchy | a system of government in which a few people rule |
| Tyrant | a ruler who has total power |
| Athens | city-state known for its art, literature, and politics |
| Sparta | city-state famous for its soldiers and military |
| Assembly | group of citizens in Athens that talked about and passed laws |
