Spartan Warriors

 What was the main purpose of the Spartan warriors?

• To protect their families

• To serve and defend Sparta

• To conquer other city-states

At what age were Spartan boys sent to the agoge?

• Seven

• Twelve

• Fifteen

How were Spartan boys encouraged to become resilient in battle?

• By practicing meditation

• By avoiding physical confrontations

• By fighting among themselves

What was the purpose of the annual contest of endurance, Diamastigosis?

• To test the boys' reading and writing skills

• To toughen the boys through whipping rituals

• To showcase their dancing abilities

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Why did Spartan girls need to be physically strong?

• To compete in athletic competitions

• To bear children who would become warriors

• To defend Sparta from invaders

Why were Spartan boys poorly fed and given little clothing during their training?

• Because there was very little food

• To toughen them and prepare them for war

• To punish them for any wrongdoings

Which activity was not taught to Spartan boys ?

• Reading

• Dancing

• Fighting

• Sewing

What was the ultimate goal for all Spartans?

• To win the Olympics

• To protect their families and homes

• To serve and promote Sparta at all costs

Spartans were only given tombstones if they died in ​ (a)   or during ​ (b)   .​

• battle
• childbirth.
• hospital
• pain