Download Ancient Greek City-States: Athens vs

Ancient Greek City-States: Athens vs. Sparta
Directions:
Today you will be researching one of two famous ancient Greek city-states, either Athens or Sparta. Make sure
that your research is complete & adequate. Tomorrow we will be using this information to complete a Historical
Head Assignment.
ATHENS:
1.
Where in Ancient Greece was Athens located? Describe the geography of ancient Athens.
2. When & how was ancient Athens established?
3. On the line provided below construct a timeline of important events in Athenian history. Be sure to include
the following events: the development of democracy, the Persian War, the Golden Age of Athens (aka the Age of Pericles), the
reign of Pericles, the establishment of the Delian League, the Peloponnesian War.
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4. Describe the political structure of ancient Athens (i.e. what type of government did the Athenians have?
What type of leadership positions were available to the people? How were government officials chosen?)
5. What were the requirements for citizenship in ancient Athens?
6. Describe the economy of ancient Athens? Which economic activities were most prevalent in this city-state?
7. In the space provided below construct a pyramid that represents the social hierarchy found in ancient
Athens. In addition to naming the social classes, describe the role of each social class (i.e. what did each class
do for a living? What was each class’s role in the Athenian system of democracy, etc?)
8. Describe the educational system of ancient Athens. Who went to school? At what age? What was the
purpose of Athenian education? What was the focus of Athenian education?
9. How were Athenian women treated? According to Athenian men & leadership, what was the purpose of
women in their society?
10. Based on your research, as well as your previous knowledge describe Athenian culture. In other words, what
did the ancient Athenians value? In terms of society & culture what were they most focused on?
11. Describe the relationship between the Athenians and the Spartans.