Ancient Greek City-States: Athens vs



Ancient Greek City-States: Athens vs. Sparta

Directions:

Today you will be researching one of two famous ancient Greek city-states, either Athens or Sparta. Make sure that your research is complete & adequate. Tomorrow we will be using this information to complete a Historical Head Assignment.

SPARTA:

1. Where in Ancient Greece was Sparta located? Describe the geography of ancient Sparta.

2. When & how was ancient Sparta established?

3. On the line provided below construct a timeline of important events in Spartan history. Be sure to include the following events: the development of Sparta, the Persian War, the establishment of the Peloponnesian League, the Peloponnesian War.

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4. Describe the political structure of ancient Sparta (i.e. what type of government did the Spartans have? What type of leadership positions were available to the people? How were government officials chosen?)

5. What were the requirements for citizenship in ancient Sparta?

6. Describe the economy of ancient Sparta. Which economic activities were most prevalent in this city-state?

7. In the space provided below construct a pyramid that represents the social hierarchy found in ancient Sparta. In addition to naming the social classes, describe the role of each social class (i.e. what did each class do for a living? What was each class’s role in the Athenian system of democracy, etc?)

8. Describe the educational/training system of ancient Sparta. Who went to school? At what age? What was the purpose of Spartan education? What was the focus of Spartan education?

9. How were Spartan women treated? According to Spartan men & leadership, what was the purpose of women in their society?

10. Based on your research, as well as your previous knowledge describe Spartan culture. In other words, what did the ancient Spartans value? In terms of society & culture what were they most focused on?

11. Describe the relationship between the Spartans and the Athenians.

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