Vocabulary
The people or groups that rule a particular region
Government
Who could take part in Athenian democracy?
Every citizen (free man)
How did Athenians typically get goods that they needed for everyday life?
They traded often with foreign lands and other city-states.
Who received a formal education in Athens?
Only boys received a formal education in Athens. Girls were trained in the home.
What limitations were placed on woman in Athens?
Were not citizens, could not choose their husbands, could not own much property, did not go out alone
A system of managing the wealth of a community or region
Economy
Who held the real power in Sparta?
The Councils of Elders (2 kings, 28 others) held the power in Sparta.
How did Spartans typically get the goods that they needed for everyday life?
They farmed, conquered other people, had slaves and non-citizens produce goods, and occasionally traded.
Who received a formal education in Sparta?
Both boys and girls received an education in Sparta.
What was life like for women in Sparta?
Lived same simple life as men, were expected to be strong and ready to fight, looked after husband's property while he away, could own and control property
A system of learning
Education
What was the governing body called in Athens?
The Assembly
What did Athenians use for currency (money) and why?
They used metal coins because it made trading easier.
What types of things did Athenian boys learn in school?
Reading, writing, literature, arithmetic, sports, and music. Later, they received military training.
What was life like for enslaved people in Athens?
either born into slavery or captured in war, performed a variety of jobs, some highly skilled; sometimes worked in silver mines
A peninsula forming the southern part of the mainland of Greece
Peloponnesus
How was the Assembly in Sparta different than the Assembly in Athens?
The Assembly in Sparta could not debate issues or propose laws. They could only vote "yes" or "no" on actions taken by the Council of Elders.
What did Spartans use for currency (money) and what was the results?
They used large iron bars, which discouraged others from trading with them.
What types of things did Spartan children learn in school?
Wrestling, boxing, foot racing, and gymnastics. They were trained to fight.
What was life like for enslaved people in Sparta?
Treated harshly, could marry freely, could sell surplus crops, could buy their freedom
A marketplace in ancient Greece
Agora
What happened in Athens when not enough citizens (at least 6000) were present for a meeting of the Assembly?
Enslaved people would round up additional citizens with ropes dipped in red paint.
Who were helots and perioikoi?
Helots were enslaved people in Sparta and perioikoi were non-citizens artisans and merchants.
What was the main purpose of Spartan education system?
To protect the city-states (military training).
What was one potential occupation for a woman in Athens?
Preistess