Chapter 9 Section 2 Flashcards
What was the most important element of Spartan society?
The most important element in Spartan society was the military.
The Spartans valued discipline, obedience, strength, and courage
Why did girls in Athens receive little education
Men in Athens did not think that girls needed to be educated. Women had fewer rights than women in other city states
Peloponnesian War
A war between Athens and Sparta.
The Spartans won the war and became the most powerful city-state in Greece for about 30 years.
After that time, war broke out between the city states which weakened Greece and left it open to attack
How long did Spartan men stay in the army?
Until they were 60 years old
How did the army affect life in Sparta?
Because Spartan men were often away at war, the women had to run the day to day life in Sparta. Women in Sparta had more rights than other Greek women
What skills did rich Athenian boys learn in school?
They learned to read, write, count, sing, and play musical instruments. Also they learned about Greek history and legends.
The also learned philosophy, geometry, astronomy, and how to be good public speakers
