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What was the primary focus of Spartan society?
What was the Agoge system primarily designed to teach Spartan boys?
How did the Spartans handle weak infants?
Which characteristic was discouraged in Spartan boys?
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What happened to a Spartan boy if caught stealing?
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What clothing did Spartan boys have to wear regardless of the conditions?
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What did the Spartan educational system prioritize over traditional learning?
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What was the consequence for a Spartan mother if her son showed cowardice?
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What was the primary reason for the severe punishment of stealing among Spartan boys?
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What event required older Spartan boys to run a gauntlet as part of their training?
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What was a unique aspect of Spartan women compared to women in other Greek societies?
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At what age did Spartan men become full citizens?
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During the Krypteia, what were Spartan boys required to do?
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How did the education of Spartan boys primarily differ from that of other Greek boys?
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What role did the Helots serve in Spartan society?
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What was one requirement for Spartan men concerning travel?
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Study Notes
Spartan Life
- Spartans lived in southwestern Greece.
- Sparta focused on building a strong military.
- Spartans were known for their toughness and military strength.
- Spartans isolated themselves from other Greek communities.
- Sparta valued military superiority over arts, philosophy, and other cultural pursuits.
Spartan Children
- Spartan babies were inspected to determine if they were healthy.
- Weak babies were left to die.
- Boys were under the control of the city from age 7.
- Spartan boys were trained under a system called the Agoge.
- The Agoge emphasized duty, discipline, and endurance.
- Spartan boys learned basic literacy but focused on physical training, combat, and stealing.
- At age 12, boys wore a tunic year-round, regardless of the weather.
- Spartan boys were not allowed to show fear, weakness, or pain.
- Spartan education encouraged bravery and strength.
- Spartan boys were punished severely for stealing carelessly or being caught.
- Spartan boys were also trained in music and poetry, but these were military-themed and focused on patriotic and religious themes.
- Spartan girls received physical education and basic literacy.
Spartan Men
- Spartan men lived communally in barracks.
- Men were forbidden from traveling outside Sparta without permission.
- Men became soldiers at 20, citizens at 30, and continued as soldiers until 60.
Spartan Women
- Spartan women mingled freely with men.
- Spartan women had a different role from women in other Greek societies.
- They controlled their husbands' farms.
- Domestic tasks were done by enslaved people called Helots.
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Description
Explore the unique lifestyle of Spartans in ancient Greece, focusing on their military values and societal structure. This quiz delves into the rigorous training and upbringing of Spartan children, highlighting the Agoge system and its emphasis on toughness and discipline.
