Government Structure
The mythological governance of Thebes is portrayed as what form of government?
What is a monarchy?
This group held most of the wealth and power in Thebes.
Who are the aristocrats?
Property and political positions in Thebes were passed down through this gender.
What is the male line?
Public festivals and rituals in Thebes were held to appease whom?
Who are the gods?
Theban male citizens had a duty to serve in this.
What is the military?
Historically, Thebes was often ruled by this form of government.
What is an oligarchy?
This group contributed economically to Thebes but held no political power.
Who are foreigners or metics?
Men in Theban society primarily took on these roles.
What are warriors, leaders, fathers, and protectors?
This figure in Thebes served as a gateway to the gods, providing warnings and prophecies.
What is the oracle?
The Theban army was known for this elite group of soldiers.
What is the Sacred Band?
In mythological Thebes, the King’s decisions were believed to be influenced by whom?
Who are the gods?
Free male citizens in Thebes had a limited role in this aspect of society compared to Athens.
What is government?
Women in Thebes were primarily responsible for this.
What are childbearing, homemaking, and religious services?
The most severe punishment in Thebes for serious crimes, considered worse than death.
What is exile?
This military formation was commonly used by Theban hoplite soldiers.
What is the phalanx?
The fall of Thebes to this city-state in 387 BC led to a shift towards democracy.
What is Sparta?
The social group that worked in domestic services, agriculture, and public works.
Who are the slaves?
Marriages in Thebes were often arranged to form these.
What are political alliances?
This type of crime, involving excessive pride, was punished by both human law and the gods.
What is hubris?
The alliance Thebes formed to counter Athens and Sparta.
What is the Boeotian League?
Succession in Theban monarchy was based on this type of inheritance.
What is royal bloodline inheritance (father to son)?
The most powerful social group in Thebes, often influencing both government and military.
Who are the aristocrats?
Family lineage in Thebes was important because it reflected favor from these beings.
Who are the gods?
The justice system in Thebes was influenced by fear of this.
What is divine punishment?
Victories in war brought this to Theban citizens.
What is honor?