Ancient Sparta Quiz

Where was Sparta located?

• On the island of Crete

• On the Peloponnesus peninsula

• Near the coast of Asia Minor

• In the region of Attica

How was the Spartan way of life described?

• Comfortable and easy

• Harsh and difficult

• Luxurious and opulent

• Peaceful and serene

What did the Spartan government enforce?

• A strict, military lifestyle

• A democratic way of living

• A focus on artistic achievements

• A trade-based economy

What was the Spartan attitude towards weak babies?

• They were given special care

• They were left to die

• They were sent to other cities

• They were trained to become stronger

At what age were Spartan boys trained in military camps?

• 5

• 7

• 10

• 12

What activities were Spartan girls trained in?

• Cooking and sewing

• Wrestling and sports

• Music and dance

• Reading and writing

What was the status of helots in Spartan society?

• They were honored citizens.

• They were slaves.

• They were foreign diplomats.

• They were part of the Spartan council.

Why did the Spartans need to have a strong army?

• Because they were outnumbered by their helots.

• Because they wanted to conquer the world.

• Because they were peaceful traders.

• Because they had no walls around their city.

How did the Spartans treat their prisoners?

• With respect and dignity.

• They offered them citizenship.

• They were cruel to them.

• They released them immediately.

What were the Spartans famous for?

• Their trade

• Their colonization efforts

• Their strength and bravery

• Their art