Flashcard on Spartans and Ancient Civilizations

Front

How would you describe the Spartans? Options: Peaceful and artistic, Trade-focused and democratic, Scientific and philosophical

Back

Militaristic and disciplined

Front

Which city-state is associated with the development of Democracy?

Back

Athens

Front

Were the Spartans overthrown by the Helots?

Back

No

Front

__________ is the biggest city in the Indus Valley Civilization.

Back

Harappa, Mohenjo-Daro, Delhi, Pataliputra

Front

Why did Spartans become all about war?

Back

To maintain control over the Helots and survive as a society

Front

How old did you have to be to be part of the Spartan Military?

Back

30

Front

What was Spartan women’s role in the military?

Back

They managed the home and supported the soldiers

Front

Who invented the first written laws?

Back

Draco

Front

Draco’s laws were harsh and _____ took over.

Back

Solon

Front

Draco's laws held ALL c______, both _____ & ______ ______ under the law.

Back

Citizens, rich & poor, equal