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In Spartan society, which class level held the highest status?

A
craftspeople
B
landowners
C
soldiers
D
helots
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The government of ancient Athens was

A
an oligarchy.
B
a theocracy.
C
a direct democracy.
D
a democratic republic.
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Which statement best describes the Battle of Thermopylae?

A
Three hundred Athenians famously fought to the death.
B
The Spartans evacuated, and the Persians burned their city.
C
The Greek navy defeated King Darius I at sea, ending the threat.
D
The Spartans worked to stop a second Persian invasion of Greece.
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How did Athenians view Athena's role in their city?

A
She was honored at festivals but had no influence on daily life.
B
She was worshipped in place of all the other gods.
C
She protected the city and influenced daily life.
D
She protected the city in war but not at other times.
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Why was Persia ultimately unsuccessful in conquering Greece at the Battle of Marathon?

A
Persia had fewer soldiers than Greece to fight its battles.
B
Persia was overpowered on land and by Athens' naval force at sea.
C
Persia’s distance from Greece worked to its disadvantage.
D
Persia’s leadership did not match the well-trained Greeks’ leadership.
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Spartan soldiers helped save retreating members of the Greek army

A
at the Battle of Marathon.
B
at the Battle of Thermopylae.
C
against a force of three hundred Persian troops.
D
against the strength of the Athenian navy.
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As a result of the Persian wars,

A
Sparta became completely controlled by Athens.
B
Athens used its navy to control trade in the region.
C
Sparta used its military to keep Athens in check.
D
Sparta was jubilant that Athens took control of Greece.
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What was the significance of the Battle of Marathon?

A
The Persians defeated the Athenians and took over all of ancient Greece.
B
The Persians conquered the Athenians but were soon stopped by the Spartans.
C
The Athenians conquered the Persians and overthrew King Darius I.
D
The Athenians defeated the Persians and halted an invasion by King Darius I.
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The pie chart shows the population of Athens during this time period.

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A
Only men were allowed to become citizens.
B
Only about half the population were citizens.
C
Free non-citizens outnumbered enslaved persons and citizens combined.
D
Compared to the whole population, a small number could vote.
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Athens placed the greatest emphasis on

A
government.
B
education.
C
religion.
D
culture.
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Which characteristic of government describes Athens, not Sparta?

A
Two kings led during wartime.
B
Only about 8 percent were citizens.
C
Most power rested with the council.
D
All citizens could debate any issue.
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The most significant difference between Athens and Sparta was that

A
Athens worshipped many gods, while Sparta worshipped one.
B
Athens had a strong army, while Sparta had a strong navy.
C
Athens focused on citizenship, while Sparta focused on the military.
D
Athens gave women no rights, while Sparta allowed them in the military.
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Which statement describes a characteristic of Sparta’s religion?

A
Sparta did not hold religious festivals.
B
Artemis was the patron goddess of Sparta.
C
Artemis was the urban goddess of Sparta.
D
Sparta worshipped only one god, Artemis.
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Citizens participated in the government of Athens by

A
debating issues and making decisions in the assembly.
B
selecting politicians who represented their interests.
C
following the laws created by rulers and other leaders.
D
voting for laws established by appointed officials.
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Which best describes the Spartan government?

A
It had elements of democracy, oligarchy, and monarchy.
B
It had elements of oligarchy and monarchy.
C
It was both a democracy and a monarchy.
D
It was a direct democracy that allowed debate.
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Spartan life mainly focused on

A
education.
B
the military.
C
culture.
D
citizenship.
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Which statement best describes Athens’s military?

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.

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