Social Structure in Athens and Sparta
Gender Roles
Social Classes
DEFINITIONS
100

What did boys learn how to do in school in Sparta.

Focused on fighting and not on regular school work.

100

What was the role of men in Ancient Greece?

The head of household, responsibilities of public service.

100

What is the highest social class?

Aristocracy is the highest.

100

What is an Oikos?

Every person in a household.

200

What is Athens often called?

Birthplace of democracy. 

200

What was the role of women in Ancient Greece?

Domestic- took care of children and chores around the house

200

Having a large farm means what?

You have a high status.

200

What is a Tenant Farmer?

Someone who pays rent for using another person's farm. Give a portion of the crops.

300

DAILY DOUBLE!!!
What was the role of Spartan women?

DAILY DOUBLE!!!

More rights and freedoms than in other places. They were educated and trained in sports.

300

What was a citizen of ancient Greece?

Adult males with the right to vote.

300

How old do you have to be to join the Spartan army?

20

300

What is direct democracy?

People have a direct say in who is the king.

400

What is a Periokoi?

A Spartan social class that consisted of free people but not Spartan citizens.

400

What age did men usually got married?

Mostly between 20-30.

400

What did Athenian kids focus on in school?

They focus on education and polotics.

400

What is representative democracy?

You vote for someone to represent your beliefs and they vote for a leader.

500

What were the two people in power in Ancient Sparta and what was it called?

The two kings were called an oligarchy.

500

What was a NON-CITIZEN of Ancient Greece?

Called Metics NOT born in the city-state and merchants and artisans.

500

Who is in the aristocracy?

Elites who ruled city-states and had political power

500

What is a Helot?

They were a slave of Spartans.