What are the features of ancient culture. Why, in your opinion, did they form?

Ancient culture formed modern political terminology: “democracy”, “oligarchy”, “aristocracy”, “monarchy”, “republic”, “emperor”, etc. Unique forms of realistic art and developed philosophical thought were created. Ancient culture mixed Roman and Greek traditions. Of particular importance in ancient culture are jurisprudence and law, which was a model for the creation of European legislation. Ancient culture also laid the foundations for developed urban planning and the development of literary families (epic, lyric, drama).