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Fall of the Western Empire — Unit test

Question 12 • IL-MS World History A

How did the structure of government differ between Athens and Sparta?

Answer
A
Athens was run by the citizens, while Sparta had two kings and a council.
B
Athens was run by military leaders, while Sparta limited the military’s power.
C
Athens was ruled by a group of elders, while Sparta gave power to the people.
D
Athens was ruled by a king, while Sparta divided power between citizens and an assembly.

Explanation

Athens developed a democracy in which eligible citizens took part in government. Sparta had a mixed system that included two kings and a council of elders, alongside other governing bodies. Therefore, the correct choice is “Athens was run by the citizens, while Sparta had two kings and a council.”

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