Athens vs. Sparta: A Comparative Study
This worksheet explores the key differences and similarities between the ancient Greek city-states of Athens and Sparta, focusing on their government, society, and culture.
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Athens vs. Sparta: A Comparative Study
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful answers based on your knowledge of ancient Athens and Sparta. Some questions may require you to compare and contrast the two city-states.
1. Which of the following best describes the government of ancient Athens?
Oligarchy
Democracy
Monarchy
Tyranny
2. What was the primary focus of Spartan society and education?
Art and philosophy
Military strength and discipline
Trade and commerce
Agricultural development
3. The Athenian assembly was open to all adult male citizens, while in Sparta, power was held by a small group of elders known as the .
4. Spartan society relied heavily on the labor of the , who were state-owned serfs.
5. The Peloponnesian War was primarily fought between Athens and Sparta, with ultimately emerging victorious.
6. Describe one significant difference between the roles of women in Athens and Sparta.
7. Explain how the geographical location of Athens and Sparta might have influenced their development and societal values.
8. Athens was known for its strong navy, while Sparta was renowned for its powerful army.
True
False
9. Both Athens and Sparta valued individualism and personal expression above all else.
True
False
Match each term with its correct description.
10. Helots
a. Athenian direct democracy
11. Pericles
b. Spartan enslaved population
12. Assembly
c. Prominent Athenian statesman