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What role did the Council of Elders play in Spartan government?
What role did the Council of Elders play in Spartan government?
At what age could a male Spartan citizen first join the assembly?
At what age could a male Spartan citizen first join the assembly?
Which statement correctly describes the role of the Helots in Spartan society?
Which statement correctly describes the role of the Helots in Spartan society?
What was a notable aspect of the upbringing of Spartan children?
What was a notable aspect of the upbringing of Spartan children?
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What significant right did Spartan women possess compared to women in many other Greek city-states?
What significant right did Spartan women possess compared to women in many other Greek city-states?
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Study Notes
Sparta
- Dorian invaders settled Laconia, owning Helots (slaves).
- A brutal system of strict control existed due to the outnumbered Spartans.
Sparta Government
- Ruled by two kings and a council of elders.
- A citizen assembly (male, native-born Spartans over 30) existed.
- Five Ephors were elected by the assembly and managed daily affairs.
Spartan Discipline
- Children were harshly treated from birth.
- From age seven, children lived in barracks and endured a strict diet, rigorous training, and discipline.
- Spartan men joined the assembly at age 30.
- Women had the right to manage and inherit property.
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Explore the unique societal structure and government of Sparta in this quiz. Understand the roles of the kings, the council of elders, and the assembly. Delve into the Spartan way of life and the rigorous discipline that shaped their civilization.