Who was the first tyrant in ancient Greece?
Peisistratos
Which of the following characteristics were most valued in Spartan society?
The Spartans valued discipline, obedience, and courage above all else. Spartan men learned these values at an early age, when they were trained to be soldiers. Spartan women were also expected to be strong, athletic, and disciplined.
What did all the Greek city states have in common?
Though the Greek city-states were fiercely independent, these city states did have many things in common. They worshipped the same gods, they spoke the same language, and they had the same cultural background. And in times of foreign invasion (such as the Persian wars), they would band together to fight a common foe.
How did Spartans get the goods they needed for everyday life?
Spartans got the goods they needed for everyday life by farming. Conquering other people and demand their food. Having slaves and non citizens produce them. Carrying on some trade with other city-states.
What did Sparta use to control citizens?
Spartan citizens were controlled by the strictures of laws and military traditions that they lived in.
How did Sparta make money?
Sparta’s economy was based on farming and conquering other lands. Sparta took the land they needed from their neighbors and encouraged military power. Sparta discouraged trade because it was afraid contact with other city-states would lead to new ideas and weaken the government.
Did Spartans use money?
Trading with Sparta was also difficult because of its system of money. Sparta didn’t have coins. Instead, it used heavy iron bars as money. Legend says that an ancient Spartan leader decided to use iron as money to make it hard to steal.
Is Kassandra a Spartan?
Kassandra (Greek: Κασσανδρα; 458 or 453 BCE – 2018 CE), also known as the Eagle Bearer, West Wind, or Keeper, was a Spartan mercenary who fought during the Peloponnesian War.