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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?
- They managed the daily affairs of Sparta.
- They advised the two kings. (correct)
- They made all decisions for the Spartan citizens.
- They were responsible for military training.
At what age could a male Spartan citizen first join the assembly?
At what age could a male Spartan citizen first join the assembly?
- At age 25
- At age 35
- At age 20
- At age 30 (correct)
Which statement correctly describes the role of the Helots in Spartan society?
Which statement correctly describes the role of the Helots in Spartan society?
- They served as military leaders.
- They were the ruling class of Sparta.
- They served as advisors to the kings.
- They were state-owned slaves who worked the land. (correct)
What was a notable aspect of the upbringing of Spartan children?
What was a notable aspect of the upbringing of Spartan children?
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?
Flashcards
Spartan Helots
Spartan Helots
State-owned slaves in Sparta, who worked the land.
Spartan Government
Spartan Government
Sparta's system of ruling comprised kings, elders, an assembly, and Ephors that managed daily affairs.
Sparta's Harsh Discipline
Sparta's Harsh Discipline
Spartan children lived tough lives from birth.
Spartan Assembly Age
Spartan Assembly Age
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Spartan Women's Rights
Spartan Women's Rights
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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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