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Fall of the Western Empire — Unit test

Question 2 • IL-MS World History A

Which statement best explains how the social structure of Athens differed from that of Sparta?

Answer
A
The Athenians had four social classes, while the Spartans had three social classes.
B
The Athenian classes were based on equality, while in Sparta, citizens had the most power.
C
The Athenians considered elders the top social class, while the Spartans prioritized citizens.
D
The Athenians included women as citizens, while Spartan women had their own social class.

Explanation

Athens organized male citizens into four classes based largely on wealth, while Sparta’s main social groups were citizens (Spartiates), free noncitizens (perioikoi), and helots. Thus, the statement that Athens had four social classes and Sparta had three best describes the difference.

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