Spartan Society and Warfare 2

What was the primary purpose of the syssitia in Spartan society?

• Military training

• Political gatherings

• Communal dining and bonding

• Religious ceremonies

How many members typically made up a Spartan syssition?

• About 15

• Around 30

• Over 50

• Exactly 10

What was the Spartan agoge?

• A dining club

• A military training program

• A religious ritual

• A political assembly

What does the lambda (Λ) on a Spartan shield represent?

• The word 'Spartan'

• The god of war

• 'Lacedaemonians'

• Victory in battle

What was the main reason for Spartans wearing their hair long?

• Fashion statement

• Religious practice

• To appear taller and more intimidating

• As a symbol of wealth

Which of these was not a weapon used by Spartan hoplites?

• Bow and arrow

• Spear

• Shield

• Short sword

What was the smallest unit in the Spartan army?

• Mora

• Enomotia

• Phalanx

• Taxiarch

What was the Spartan phalanx?

• A battle formation

• A type of shield

• A religious ceremony

• A military rank

How were the perioeci used in the Spartan army?

• As senior commanders

• As craftsmen and hoplite fighters

• As spies

• As chariot drivers

What was the term for Spartans who showed cowardice in battle?

• Heroes

• Tresantes

• Morai

• Hoplites