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What distinguished the Spartiates within Spartan society?
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?
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?
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?
What can be said about the Iloti in Spartan society?
What type of government was Sparta known for?
What type of government was Sparta known for?
Flashcards
Sparta
Sparta
An ancient Greek city-state, known for its military focus and strict social hierarchy.
Spartiates
Spartiates
The elite ruling class of Sparta, consisting of descendants of original Dorian settlers.
Perioeci
Perioeci
Free citizens in Sparta, working in trades and commerce, but not holding political power.
Helots
Helots
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Oligarchy
Oligarchy
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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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