Where was Sparta located?

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 strict

• Peaceful and democratic

• Luxurious and indulgent

What did the Spartan government enforce?

• A strict, military lifestyle

• A focus on arts and culture

• Religious tolerance

• Economic prosperity

What happened to weak babies in Sparta?

• They were given special care

• They were trained to become stronger

• They were left to die

• They were sent to other cities

At what age were Spartan boys trained in military camps?

• Age 5

• Age 7

• Age 10

• Age 12

What activities were Spartan girls trained in?

• Sewing and cooking

• Wrestling and playing sports

• Farming and trading

• Reading and writing

What did the Spartans keep that led to their need for a strong army?

• Weapons

• Gold

• Slaves (helots)

• Ships

How were the Spartans towards their prisoners?

• Indifferent

• Kind

• Cruel

• Forgiving

What was the reason for the Spartans being outnumbered?

• Because of their small population

• Because of their large territories

• Because of their helots

• Because of their allies

What were the Spartans famous for?

• Their trade

• Their colonization efforts

• Their strength and bravery

• Their art