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Athens and Sparta

Question 8 • NY-Global History and Geography I

Which statement best describes Athens’s military?

Answer
A
Both men and women served in the military.
B
Though they served, women did not lead.
C
Athens had a large and capable navy.
D
Athens had a large and capable army.

Explanation

Athens relied on its powerful navy to protect its sea-based trade and influence across the Aegean. Its army was not as dominant as Sparta’s, which was known for its strong land forces. Therefore, the best description is that Athens had a large and capable navy.

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