Flashcard on Athenian and Spartan Societies

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How did the government of Athens differ from that of Sparta?

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Athens had a democracy, while Sparta had an oligarchy.

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What was the main focus of education in Athens?

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Philosophy, arts, and public speaking

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What was the main focus of education in Sparta?

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Training warriors for the military

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How were women treated differently in Athens and Sparta?

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Spartan women had more rights and responsibilities than Athenian women.

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What was the main economic activity in Athens?

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Trade and commerce

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What was the main economic activity in Sparta?

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Farming and military conquests

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How were enslaved people treated in Athens?

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They had no rights and were often mistreated.

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How were enslaved people treated in Sparta?

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They were called Helots and had to farm for the Spartans.

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Which city-state placed the highest importance on military strength?

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Sparta

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What was one major difference between Athenian and Spartan governments?

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Sparta was an oligarchy, while Athens was a democracy.