Sparta Flashcards
1
Q
Politics
A
Oligarchy
Council of elders
All members over 30
Spartans rigidly organized
Women have strong sons for military
Spartans rigidly organized and tightly controlled
Men in military from 7 to 60 – lived in barracks from 7 to 30, harsh discipline, training in military/obedience to authority, simple meals
Men’s political role - military and vote at 30 (could then also live at home)
Women’s political role – have strong sons for the military
2
Q
Economics
A
Peloponnesian league May leave Simple trade policy Limited trade among themselves Conquered messenians and laconians
3
Q
Culture
A
No interest in art
Art only benefited privileged
Art of war only allowed
4
Q
Society
A
1) ephors+ kings
2) assembly
3) women + children
4) slaves and foreigners
5
Q
Science and technology
A
Men trained for military