The Greeks Spotlight on Ancient Greeks The Mycenaeans and Homer Greek Settlements The Land of Greece The City-State, Athens Democracy The City at War Naval Warfare Religion and the Gods Temples The Olympic Games The Family Home Greek Women Education Symposium Theaters and Actors Craftsmen Illness and Death Learning and Inventions	Krater The krater was the large mixing bowl in which the wine and water were mixed. The mixing was always done by the host of the party. Unmixed wine was supposed to be bad for you.   Previous: Back Book: The Greeks Section: Spotlight on Ancient Greeks Chapter: Symposium