I WONDER - Did Girls Attend School In Ancient Greece?

In ancient Greece, girls did not attend formal schools but were educated at home by tutors if their families were wealthy. They learned basic skills like reading and writing, along with practical skills such as spinning. Girls were not taught the same subjects or to the same level as boys. However, some women, like Sapfo, were highly educated and accomplished.

In ancient Greece, how did some wealthy families ensure their daughters received an education?

• By sending them abroad

• By sending them to formal schools

• By hiring private tutors

• By teaching them themselves

Which of the following skills were girls in ancient Greece taught at home?

• Mathematics and science

• Public speaking

• Reading and writing

• Military training

What practical skills were included in the education of girls in ancient Greece?

• Gardening and farming

• Spinning and wheezing

• Sewing and knitting

• Cooking and cleaning

How did the education of girls in ancient Greece compare to that of boys?

• Girls were educated to a higher level

• Girls and boys received the same education

• Girls were not educated to the same level as boys

• Girls were only taught religious studies

Who was a notable woman in ancient Greece known for being highly educated?

• Cleopatra

• Hera

• Sapfo

• Athena