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SS test 2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| A sovereign (free) state consisting of an independent city and its surrounding territory. Today the only thing left of this is Singapore, Monaco, and Vatican City. | Modern Definition of City-state |
| Region called a 'polis' in Greek that has a separate economy and political system - size is usually determined by geography and included an acropolis, agora, temples, etc. | Ancient definition of City-state |
| The growth of the City-states and the end of the dark ages led to what? | Nobles gaining wealth and seizing power (aristocracy) which led to class conflict |
| The economy was based on agriculture and trade. | Athens |
| The people believed in simple luxury for themselves and homes. Most excess money went to help improve the city-state. | Sparta |
| Governed by an oligarchy run by five ephors and a 30-man senate, these 35 men truly made all decisions for the city-state although there was a public assembly | Sparta |
| The women did not participate in public life or own property. They took their status from their husbands and were only allowed to accompany them publicly to the theater or religious festivals. | Athens |
| Only noncitizens had occupations outside the military, including trade, farming, and crafts. | Sparta |
| Girls were allowed to marry between 15 and 20 years of age. The government encouraged them to have more than one husband so they could produce more children for the military. | Sparta |
| The people believed in the beauty of mind, body, and spirit, which required a vigorous exercise at the gymnasium, relaxation in the public baths, and stimulating conversation at the agora. | Athens |
| At one time it's slave population revolted. So this city-state created a strong army dominated by a harsh lifestyle and vigorous training. The people were devoted to patriotism that the government controlled all aspects of family life. | Sparta |
| All citizens, regardless of social class, participated in making decisions for this government run by a democracy. | Athens |
| Boys of wealthy citizens entered private school at age of six, accompanied by a tutor or pedagogue. They lived at home until the age of 18 when they joined the military. | Athens |
| The government gave each citizen a plot of land which was worked by state slaves called helots. | Sparta |
| The basis of its economy was the military and its conquests. Military work was the only occupation allowed for male citizens. | Sparta |
| The people required few luxury goods since they believed a dependence on comfort weakened the spirit. | Sparta |
| Family life was controlled by the father. Boys were released from any parental authority at the age of 21. | Athens |
| Girls were considered adults at the age of 12 to 13. At that time they married and began having families and running households of their own. | Athens |
| The city-state prospered during the golden age under the leadership of Pericles. The acropolis was build to protect and beautify the city. | Athens |
| New babies were inspected by the government. If the government felt they were healthy and strong, the babies remained with the family. Otherwise the government took the baby and put it outside to die. | Sparta |
| Boys joined the military barracks from ages 7-18 and did not live with their families. Their training involved terrible hardships in which they ate little, wore few clothes, endured pain, and spoke few words. All these things were to strengthen m&b. | Sparta |
| Different citizens pursed different occupations, depending on their family trade, such as farming, trading, and crafting. | Athens |
| Girls and women were athletic and competed in sports to create heathy mothers who would bear healthy children. | Sparta |
| Girls did not receive a formal education nor did they participate in athletic competition. Instead they were taught to run a household by their mothers and were educated in reading, writing, math, music, literature, and dance. | Athens |
| Although families lived together, there were separate quarters for men, women, slaves, and children. | Athens |
| Women had many freedoms and were considered full citizens. They could own land or run their own businesses, but could not join assembly or join the military. | Sparta |
| Males did not gain full citizenship until the age of 30. At that time they were allowed to marry, but they were not home much because they were constantly training or fighting in battles. | Sparta |
| Why was Athens called a democracy? | Every citizen had some power and could take part in the government. |
| What was the role of the council of 500? | Run a day-to-day business of government and suggested laws. |
| How did the athenians get the goods they needed for everyday life. | Since Athens was near a sea and had a good harbor, they traded with other city-states and some foreign lands. |
| What was Athens education like for boys? | The purpose of education was to produce athenians who had strong minds and bodies. Therefore, Athenian boys went to school and studied subjects of math, drawing, music, and public speaking. They also participated in sports. |
| What was the most important subject to the Spartans? | Music and dance |
| While tyranny was rising in Greece merchants and artisans had wealth but no ____ | political power |
| With the support of the larger 'common people' group, what came to power? | Tyrants |
Created by:
Olivia Michaels