OCR GCSE Classical Civilisation · J199
Paper 2, Paper 4
The skill of composing and delivering persuasive speech, important in ancient Greek political and legal life.
Revise: GreeceIn the prescribed passage, Life of Pericles 24, Plutarch brings together admiration, affectionate anecdotes and hostile allegations. He identifies Aspasia as the daughter of Axiochos and describes her reputation for wisdom and political understanding. He reports that Socrates visited with acquaintances and their wives to listen to her, and that she was known for discussing rhetoric with Athenians.
- Revise: Greek Epic and Biography
The art of speaking persuasively, particularly in public or political settings.