Aspasia Flashcards

1
Q

What was her job?

A

A brothel keeper and hetaira

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2
Q

Where was she from?

A

The green city of Miletus but moved to Athens as a metic

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3
Q

Who did she move in with after fame

A

Pericles, an important politician

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4
Q

How long did aspasia and Pericles live together?

A

15 years

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5
Q

Why was she liked?

A

Because of her artistic skills and knowledge in politics

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6
Q

What was aspasia believed to have an influence over

A

Pericles’ choices in politics

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7
Q

Who implied that aspasia is the reason for Pericles success

A

Plutarch

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