22 b history Flashcards
1
Q
what is a democracy?
A
a country where people vote on who leads them and makes the laws
2
Q
did the athenians think fighting was the most important thing for boys to learn?
A
no
3
Q
what did athenian boys learn in school?
A
math, reading, writing, poetry, music, etc.
4
Q
what did athenian girls learn to do?
A
run a household
5
Q
what famous athenian argued that it was important for people to get a good education, so they’ll know the laws and their rights, and so others can’t make them do foolish things?
A
plato
