Spartan Society Overview
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What distinguished the Spartiates within Spartan society?

  • They formed a military aristocracy and were called 'Equals'. (correct)
  • They were enslaved workers cultivating the land.
  • They were primarily engaged in trade and crafting.
  • They were the largest population group.
  • Which group in Spartan society was responsible for commerce and crafts?

  • Dorians
  • Perioeci (correct)
  • Spartiates
  • Iloti
  • What was the primary reason for Sparta's focus on military training?

  • To promote artistic achievements.
  • To develop a democratic society.
  • To encourage trade and prosperity.
  • To maintain control over conquered territories. (correct)
  • What can be said about the Iloti in Spartan society?

    <p>They were the majority population and lived as enslaved individuals. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of government was Sparta known for?

    <p>Oligarchy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Sparta

    • Founded by Dorians in 1200 BCE in the Peloponnese, in a valley surrounded by mountains
    • Conquered neighboring Acheans and surrounding territories
    • Required a strong army for territory control; Spartans were warriors
    • Spartan society consisted of three groups

    Spartan Society

    • Spartiates: Descendants of the Dorians; warrior aristocracy; limited to 5,000
      • Controlled the government, land, and wealth
      • Considered equals
    • Perioeci: Free citizens involved in commerce and crafts;
      • Could serve in the army but had no political power
    • Helots: Majority of the population; enslaved;
      • Forced to work the land for Spartiates
      • Had no rights and were the property of their Spartan overlords.
    • Spartan government was an oligarchy due to the small ruling class controlling the government.

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    Explore the unique structure of Spartan society, founded by the Dorians in 1200 BCE. Learn about the three main groups: Spartiates, Perioeci, and Helots, and their roles within the oligarchic government. This quiz provides insights into the militaristic and social hierarchies that defined ancient Sparta.

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