Athens vs. Sparta: A Tale of Two City-States
Explore the contrasting societies, governments, and cultures of ancient Athens and Sparta with this engaging worksheet for Grade 6 social studies.
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Athens vs. Sparta: A Tale of Two City-States
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will test your knowledge of ancient Athens and Sparta.
1. Which ancient Greek city-state was known for its strong military and warrior culture?
Athens
Sparta
Corinth
Thebes
2. What type of government was practiced in Athens?
Oligarchy
Monarchy
Democracy
Tyranny
3. In Sparta, boys began their military training, known as the , at the age of seven.
4. The Athenian assembly was open to all male over the age of 18.
5. Spartan women had more rights and freedoms than Athenian women.
True
False
6. Athens was primarily a land-based power, while Sparta was a naval power.
True
False
7. Briefly describe the main differences in the education systems of Athens and Sparta.
8. What was the role of women in Spartan society compared to Athenian society?
Match the characteristic to the correct city-state.
9. Emphasis on arts and philosophy
a. Athens
10. Ruled by two kings
b. Sparta
11. Direct democracy
c. Both
12. Located on the Peloponnesian Peninsula
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