the way of living. Athenians believed that individuals should be free as long as they acted within the laws of Hellas, and Spartans believed in fighting for there polis. Spartan women were much more independent that athenian women. If I were a young women in Ancient Greece (so many years ago) I would want to live in Sparta. As a young woman in Ancient Greece, I would choose to live in Sparta over Athens because of their education. Spartans got a much better education. Spartans learnt about music
investigation will answer the question “What were the differences and similarities of the roles of women in Athens and Sparta?” This question is relevant due to the fact that the role of women and how they were treated back then are very different than today and we’ve come a long way since then in terms of women’s rights. It’s also important to see the drastic differences between the roles of women from one Greek city to another. The issues that will be addressed are their treatment and roles within
Haide Contla History of Western Civilization I Prof. Acevedo 10/14/2014 Essay 1: Question 2 Brain vs. Brawn No two locations can be said to be the same, even if they are located within the same region. Take modern day United States of America and Canada, although both are located right next to each other in the same continent they hold different views of the world and therefore different laws, traditions, holidays, etc.. This can be said to be true for cities as well; even if said cities are found
Essay #1: Athens vs. Sparta Erika Joyce Domagas HST 1310 LD06 Ancient and Medieval History September 17, 2015 Everyone has heard of the two Greek cities: Athens and Sparta. Athens is prominent for its architecture, art, and the Acropolis. Sparta is widely known in pop culture and for its military reputation. Together, they could be known for being in the Peloponnesian War. These are two popular cities with different reasons for being known. There are numerous aspects to look at but the
government, also Sparta countered the idea of autocracy by putting two kings in place, and an overseeing body of five Ephors who kept the other under check, so that no one to gain absolute power. Politically, both Sparta and Athens did not allow women to participate in the politics. Difference in their governmental structures On the other end, Sparta and Athens were different in their