Greek Governments
What is an oligarchy?
A government ruled by a few powerful people.
At what age did Spartan boys leave home to begin training?
Age 7.
Where did Spartan men live until about age 30?
In army barracks with other soldiers.
What's Mr. Lopez favorite sport of all time?
Boxing
Why did common people support tyrants at first?
Tyrants helped them by limiting the power of nobles.
What is a tyranny?
A government where one ruler takes power by force.
Why did Spartans focus so heavily on military skills?
To prevent helot revolts and keep control of society
At what age did Spartan men join the regular army?
Age 20.
What does direct democracy mean?
Citizens vote on laws themselves instead of electing representatives.
How did Solon help poor farmers in Athens?
He canceled debts and freed enslaved farmers.
What is a democracy?
A government where citizens share power and help run the government.
Who were the helots?
Enslaved people who farmed the land for Sparta.
How was life in Sparta designed on purpose?
It was harsh to make strong, obedient soldiers.
What was the main goal of education for Athenian boys?
To prepare them to be active citizens in government.
What changes did Solon make to government?
He opened the assembly and courts to all male citizens.
Why did many Greek city-states move away from kings and nobles?
Nobles treated farmers unfairly and caused anger and unrest.
What event caused Sparta to become a strict military society?
A revolt by the helots around 650 B.C.E.
How was the life of a Spartan woman different from other Greek women?
Spartan women had more freedom and could own property.
What subjects did Athenian boys study?
Math, music, public speaking, and philosophy.
What is one thing that annoys Mr. Lopez aka the King?
Talking when he is teaching and when students get up out of their seats. AY YAY YAY!!!!!!!!
What is another word Mr. Lopez uses instead of saying "NO!"?
"Negative!!!"
What values did Spartan training emphasize?
Discipline, strength, obedience, and endurance
What was the main role of Spartan women in society?
To raise strong sons for the army.
How was life in Athens different from life in Sparta?
Athens focused on learning and ideas, while Sparta focused on the military.
Why did Athenians prefer choosing council members by lottery?
They believed elections favored the rich and the lottery was fairer.