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Greek Mythology, Theater, and the Olympic Games
Explore polytheistic religious festivals, tragedies and comedies, and pan-Hellenic athletic competitions.
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Ancient Greece: Polis, Democracy, and Cultural Legacy
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Analyze Greek geography, forms of government in Athens and Sparta, philosophical traditions, and cultural expressions.
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6.1.2Utah Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeThroughout their study of world history, recognize the origins of major world religions (including Buddhism, Christianity, Confucianism, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, Sikhism, Taoism). Evaluate the role religion played in the development of civilizations, colonization, imperialism, and independence movements.
6.1.5Utah Social Studies Standards · 5th GradeUse primary and secondary sources to compare the cultures of three civilizations found in different regions of the world and identify examples of cultural expression (for example, architecture, writing, philosophy, artwork).