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HistoryAncient Greece & Romeusually ages 11–13

Troy: Myth or History?

Explore how Heinrich Schliemann's excavation at Hisarlik in modern Turkey raised questions about whether the Trojan War described in Homer's Iliad was historical, partly historical, or entirely mythical — understanding that archaeology and literary sources can support or contradict each other, and that the line between myth and history in the ancient world is often blurred

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Could your child discuss whether the Trojan War really happened, explaining what archaeology has found at Troy and why the answer isn't simple?

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Greek Myths and Heroesages 5–7Trojan War is the most famous Greek myth — must know Greek myths first
Evidence for Greek and Roman Lifeages 9–11Understanding how evidence works is prerequisite for evaluating archaeological claims
Troy: Myth or History?this skill · ages 11–13
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