CIVILIZATION
MINOAN
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Question
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What was the primary focus of much of the culture of the city-state of Sparta?
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Food & parties
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War & fighting
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Painting & sculpture
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Spartan culture was centered on loyalty to the state and military service. Spartan boys entered a rigorous state-sponsored education, military training and socialization program. Known as the Agoge, the system emphasized duty, discipline and endurance.
Detailed explanation-2: -Sparta was one of the most dominant of all the Greek city-states, and is most often remembered for their athletic and militaristic values.
Detailed explanation-3: -Sparta discouraged trade because it was afraid contact with other city-states would lead to new ideas and weaken the government. In addition, Sparta used heavy iron bars rather than coins, which made trade difficult.
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