war and warfare

Cards (140)

  • What was the primary focus of childhood in Sparta?
    Practice military and war
  • What was the Agoge in Sparta?
    A training program for boys to become soldiers
  • Why was education important in Sparta?
    It provided soldiers or future mothers
  • What could happen to unwanted daughters in Sparta?
    They could be exposed
  • What type of education did girls receive in Sparta?
    Physical education
  • Who decided on the fate of children in Sparta?
    The council of elders
  • What was the ultimate power in Spartan society?
    Overall issues like property planning
  • Who created the Spartan society?
    Two Kings
  • How did boys and girls grow up in Sparta?
    They grew up together
  • What was the focus of boys' education in Sparta?
    Preparing them for military service
  • What was the focus of girls' education in Sparta?
    Looking after sports and supporting the state
  • What was encouraged regarding marriage in Sparta?
    Encouragement of war
  • What was a common practice for men regarding marriage in Sparta?
    Breaking opposition to marry wives
  • Why did Spartan women marry later?
    To increase survival rates during childbirth
  • What was the attitude towards adultery in Sparta?
    It was encouraged
  • What was the Krypteia in Spartan society?
    • A survival camp for elite youths
    • Focused on training and endurance
  • What was the Lyceum in Spartan society?
    • A training school for Spartan boys
    • Emphasized physical and military training
  • What was the Agoge in Spartan society?
    • A military dining club for Spartan men
    • A place for camaraderie and bonding
  • What were the roles of Spartan women?
    • Childbirth and managing households
    • Educating children and supporting the state
  • How did Sparta's military society compare to other city-states?
    Sparta was entirely military-based
  • What was the status of all Spartan citizens?
    All were considered soldiers
  • What was unique about Sparta's conquests?
    Sparta conquered its neighbors
  • Who were the Helots in Spartan society?
    Free people of Lacadaemonia
  • What was a challenge in studying Sparta?
    Sources are biased against Spartans
  • What was the Persian army known as?
    The 'immortals'
  • What was the Ionian Revolt?
    A revolt against Persian rule
  • What was the outcome of the Battle of Marathon?
    Persians were defeated
  • What was the significance of the Battle of Thermopylae?
    It delayed the Persian army's advance
  • Who was the commander of the Spartan army at Thermopylae?
    Leonidas
  • What did Ephialtes do during the Battle of Thermopylae?
    He betrayed the Greeks
  • How did the Greek forces respond to the Persian attacks at Thermopylae?
    They initially retreated but fought back
  • What was the main weapon of a trireme?
    A bronze battering ram
  • What was the role of the Oracle of Delphi?
    To determine the will of the gods
  • What was the significance of the Long Walls for Athens?
    They helped defend against sieges
  • How did Spartan culture prepare men for war?
    Through rigorous education and training
  • What was the role of the Athenian Navy?
    To defend against invasions and support Athens
  • What was the structure of a hoplite's equipment?
    Long spear, short sword, shield
  • What was the significance of the Battle of Salamis?
    Athens defeated Xerxes' invading fleet
  • How did the Persian army differ from the Spartan army?
    The Persian army was diverse and large
  • What united the Greeks before the wars?
    Shared language among city-states