Ephesus

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/ephesus

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Ephesus built?Circa 10th century BC by Attic and Ionian Greek colonists
2. What language do people speak in Ephesus?Ancient Greek, Latin
3. What is the capital of?Roman province of Asia
4. What is the population (estimated peak)?Over 250,000 inhabitants
5. What was the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus and why was it special?It was a huge temple built around 550 BC and was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. People from far away came to see its grand design.
6. How many people could sit in the Great Theatre of Ephesus?About 24,000 people could sit in the theatre. It hosted plays, gladiator contests, and big public meetings.

Ionian League: A confederation of twelve Ionian Greek city-states established during the Archaic period, known for their cultural and economic influence.
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: A compilation of remarkable constructions from classical antiquity, highlighting the architectural and artistic achievements of the era.
Pauline Epistles: A collection of letters attributed to the Apostle Paul in the New Testament, offering theological guidance and addressing specific church communities.
Councils of Ephesus: Ecumenical councils of the early Christian Church held in Ephesus, significant for their theological decisions and doctrinal pronouncements.