Unit 4.1 Spartar at war

• What is the main topic of the study material?

  The structure of Spartan society
• How did the structure of Spartan society influence its military?

  It emphasized discipline and rigorous training
• What is the agoge in Spartan society?

  A rigorous training program for boys
• What was the role of syssitia in Spartan society?

  Dining clubs that promoted equality and comradeship
• What were the main components of Spartan military training?

  Physical training, discipline, and teamwork
• What was the significance of the Battle of Thermopylae?

  It showcased Spartan bravery and military tactics
• What territories did Sparta conquer?

  Laconia and Messenia
• How were conquered lands reassigned in Sparta?

  They were given to Spartan citizens in allotments
• At what age did Spartan boys begin their training?

  Age 7
• What was the focus of training during the early years of the agoge?

  Physical strength and obedience
• What was the fate of weak or deformed Spartan infants?

  They were left on a mountainside to die
• What was the role of prefects in the agoge?

  They supervised and disciplined the boys
• What was the purpose of the Krypteia in Spartan training?

  Survival training for the strongest youths
• What did the Krypteia allow Spartan youths to do?

  Kill any helot they deemed dangerous
• What was the syssitia composed of?

  About 15 Spartan citizens dining together
• What was the significance of music in Spartan training?

  It fostered teamwork and precise movements
• How did Spartan boys demonstrate respect while walking?

  By keeping their eyes cast down
• What was the impact of food rationing on Spartan boys?

  It forced them to steal to survive
• What was the clothing situation for Spartan boys?

  One cloak for the whole year
• What was the moral code taught to Spartan boys?

  To be strong and obedient
• How did the agoge promote equality among Spartan boys?

  Through shared hardships and experiences
• What are the key stages of a Spartan boy's childhood training?

  • Age 7: Begins agoge training
  • Age 13: Focus on physical strength
  • Age 17-19: Enlists in the army or Krypteia
• What are the main components of Spartan military structure?

  • Spartan citizens as soldiers
  • Role of peripeci and helots
  • Command structure and organization
• What were the values emphasized in Spartan society?

  • Discipline and obedience
  • Equality and comradeship
  • Bravery and military prowess
• What were the training methods used in the agoge?

  • Intense physical training
  • Supervision by prefects
  • Emphasis on teamwork and music
• What was the significance of the syssitia in Spartan culture?

  • Promoted equality among citizens
  • Fostered camaraderie and unity
  • Essential for gaining full citizenship
• What is the first piece of equipment mentioned in the study material?

  Equipment
• What is the second topic listed in the study material?

  Structure and Command of the Army
• What is the third topic mentioned in the study material?

  Mobilization of War and Warfare
• What was the purpose of the Corinthian helmet?

  To protect the head during battle
• What material was the tunic (chiton) originally made of?

  Thick wool
• How much did the bronze body armor weigh?

  6 kg
• What was the function of the greaves?

  To protect the legs
• What were the shoes made of?

  Bronze
• Why were shoes only worn for specific purposes?

  To protect against prickly undergrowth
• What was the primary purpose of the Corinthian helmet's crest?

  To scare enemies
• What was the shape of the shield designed for?

  To deflect enemy thrusts
• What letter was inscribed on the shield?

  Capital lambda (L)
• What was the length of the spear?

  2.3 metres (8 ft)
• What was the primary material of the spear's head?

  Iron