Sparta

• What were the notable city-states of ancient Greek civilization?

  Athens and Sparta
• During which years did the development of the ancient Greek city-states occur?

  Between 750 and 550 BCE
• What type of state was Sparta described as?

  A militaristic state
• Who was the supreme leader of the military forces in Sparta?

  The king of Sparta
• What authority did the king of Sparta hold?

  He held the ultimate authority in the state
• What was the obligation of the citizens of Sparta regarding the king's orders?

  They were obligated to follow his orders as laws
• What happened to a newborn child in Sparta if they were perceived as weak or unhealthy?

  They were thrown off a mountain to their death
• Who assessed whether a child could become a warrior in Sparta?

  The king and the aristocratic class
• At what age were Spartan children taken away from their families for military training?

  At just seven years of age
• What kind of life did Spartan children endure during their military training?

  A tough and relentless life in harsh conditions
• What activities did Spartan warriors engage in as they grew older?

  Engaging in invasions, plunder, and acts of violence
• How did the wealth accumulated by Spartan warriors affect the king and aristocrats?

  They lived a luxurious life
• How did life in Sparta compare to other city-states in Greece?

  Life in Sparta was austere and harsh
• What was the impact of excessive bloodshed and militarization on Spartan culture?


  They were backward in arts, literature, or intellectual pursuits
• What contributions did Sparta make to human welfare, knowledge, and artistic development?

  They made minimal contributions
• Sparta is known for their warrior society and caste system that was in great contrast to other surrounding Greek city-states.
• Sparta was also famous for their fighting style, which involved hoplite armor, shields, and spears, which were used in the phalanx style.