Friday, February 24, 2012

The Greek Alphabet | 800 BC

How did Greeks come in contact with the Phoenicians?
The Phoenicians regularly traveled to Greece for trade purposes.

How was the Greek adaptation of the alphabet different from its predecessor?

It included vowels and had some new letters added.

Why is the Greek alphabet considered to be the world's first true alphabet?

It has given rise to multiple new languages, like Latin.

Name several similarities and differences between the Greek and modern English alphabets?

No "U" or "J". Most other letters are the same, but with different names. 
Post an example of the Greek alphabet in visual form.

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