Life living like Athenian women Flashcards
What were Athenian women life like?
They had a restricted life and have to maintain perfect image of themselves and family
How much of a percentage did babies die after being born?
25%
Why did Athenian women not have an education?
It was mostly for men since men had to play a role in politics and the military so there was no use for girls to have an education
What were girls taught?
Taught chores, manage slaves and run a household, they were also taught skills like weaving, sewing clothes and how to cook
What were girls address by?
There fathers/ husbands name and then daughter/wife
What age did girls have to marry?
14
Who had to choose who to marry?
Their fathers (or brothers if father died)
What happens after the women are married?
They had to do chores, raise children and weren’t allowed to go outside to meet special residents
