Ancient Greece: Athens and Sparta Quiz

What was the main focus of Spartan society?

• Trade and wealth

• Arts and philosophy

• Military strength

• Democracy

Which city-state was known for its democratic form of government?

• Sparta

• Athens

• Corinth

• Thebes

What age did Spartan boys start military training?

• 7

• 10

• 12

• 15

Who could vote in Athenian democracy?

• All residents

• Male citizens over the age of 18

• Male citizens over the age of 20

• All male citizens

What was the primary role of women in Sparta?

• To participate in government

• To become soldiers

• To manage the household and bear strong children

• To engage in trade

Which city-state had a system of two kings?

• Athens

• Sparta

• Corinth

• Delphi

What was the name of the public meeting place in Athens where citizens gathered to discuss politics?

• The Parthenon

• The Agora

• The Acropolis

• The Colosseum

What was the Peloponnesian War?

• A conflict between Athens and Persia

• A conflict between all Greek city-states

• A conflict between Athens and Sparta

• A conflict between Sparta and Persia

What was the primary type of government in Sparta?

• Democracy

• Oligarchy

• Monarchy

• Theocracy

In Athens, who taught young boys reading, writing, and arithmetic?

• Their mothers

• Private tutors

• Government officials

• They were self-taught