HISTORY
ANCIENT GREECE
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Question
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Athenian citizens had a more direct role in government than Spartans.
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The oligarchy had more power in Athens than in Sparta.
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Athens was a monarchy, while Sparta was a tyranny.
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Women could serve on the ruling council in Athens but not in Sparta.
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Detailed explanation-1: -Why were Athens and Sparta different? Athens was a democratic state where education, art, and philosophy was valued. Sparta was a military state where strength, size, and fighting capabilities were most important.
Detailed explanation-2: -In what ways did Spartan government differ from Athenian government? Spartan government was headed by two kings and they had an oligarchy. Athenian government was headed by the citizens and had a democracy.
Detailed explanation-3: -Athenian education focused on artistic and political matters whereas Spartan education was primarily concerned with military service and physical prowess.
Detailed explanation-4: -Sparta had a military advantage on land, as their armies were much stronger than the Athenians’. However, Athens had a far superior navy, which gave them a significant advantage at sea.