Athens vs Sparta

Very militaristic in every aspect of society.

• Athens

• Sparta

Had a representative government to lead the city. (Democracy)

• Athens

• Sparta

No democracy.

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• Sparta

Do not value things such as the arts, literature, or intellectual pursuits.

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• Sparta

All forms of individual expression were discouraged.

• Athens

• Sparta

Valued education- wealthy boys trained to be good citizens.

• Athens

• Sparta

Valued duty strength, and discipline over freedom, individuality, and learning.

• Athens

• Sparta

Women had more rights than in other city-states and participated in athletics.

• Athens

• Sparta

Service to the state was above all else, even above the family.

• Athens

• Sparta

Rhetoric (the art of skillful speaking) was important to society.

• Athens

• Sparta