Athens vs. Sparta: A Comparative Study
Explore the key differences and similarities between the ancient Greek city-states of Athens and Sparta in this Grade 7 social studies worksheet.
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Athens vs. Sparta: A Comparative Study
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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 city-state emphasized a strong military and rigorous training from a young age?
Athens
Sparta
Corinth
Thebes
2. Which city-state is considered the birthplace of democracy?
Sparta
Athens
Mycenae
Troy
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 military power, while Sparta was known for its strong navy.
True
False
7. Describe one major difference between the educational systems of Athens and Sparta.
8. Explain how the geography of Athens and Sparta might have influenced their development as city-states.
Match each term with its correct definition.
9. Helots
a. Athenian governing body
10. Agora
b. Spartan enslaved population
11. Council of 500
c. Athenian marketplace and meeting place