Government is controlled by an Assembly of 30 older men who are military leaders.

Women are not given any formal education and are tasked with managing the household.

Young boys begin military training at the age of 7.

Education of music, dance, theater, poetry, architecture, and philosophy was valued and encouraged.

Women were taught to read and write, and they were given military and athletic training.

Various career paths were available to the men.

All citizens were encouraged to hold political office at some point during their lives.

All citizens were able to vote

There was a constant threat of slave revolt