Athens and Sparta: A Comparative Study of Two Greek City-States

The video compares Athens and Sparta, highlighting differences in location, military, religion, jobs, economy, government, social structure, and education. Athens, near the sea, had a navy, focused on trade, and practiced democracy. Sparta, inland, had an army, relied on farming and conquest, and was governed by an oligarchy. Athens valued artisans and philosophers, while Sparta emphasized warriors. Women in Sparta had more rights than in Athens. Education in Athens aimed to create good citizens, while in Sparta it focused on producing strong warriors.

Which city-state was known for its naval military strength?

• Athens

• Corinth

• Sparta

• Thebes

Who was the local god of Athens?

• Zeus

• Ares

• Apollo

• Athena

What was the primary occupation of people in Sparta?

• Philosophers

• Artisans

• Traders

• Warriors

What was the currency used in Athens?

• Iron bars

• Gold coins

• Silver coins

• Convenient coins

Which type of government was present in Sparta?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Republic

In which city-state did women have more rights, including owning land?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Corinth

• Thebes

How were slaves generally treated in Sparta?

• With kindness

• As equals

• Very poorly

• With respect

At what age did military training begin in Sparta?

• 7

• 15

• 18

• 12

What was the main goal of education in Athens?

• To create philosophers

• To create good citizens

• To create warriors

• To create traders