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Athens vs Sparta: Democracy and Oligarchy

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A reading comprehension worksheet exploring the differences between Athens' democracy and Sparta's oligarchy, with questions designed to develop understanding and analytical skills.

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#History
#Athens vs Sparta
#Standard
#Reading Comprehension
#Democracy vs Oligarchy
#Compare the political systems of Athens and Sparta
#Explain the features of Athenian democracy and Spartan oligarchy
#Analyse the impacts of these systems on their societies

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Athens vs Sparta: Democracy and Oligarchy

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Introduction to Athens and Sparta

Source A: Description of Athens' Democracy

'Athens was known for its democratic system where citizens could participate directly in decision-making. Citizens gathered in the Assembly to vote on laws and policies. This system promoted equality among free male citizens, although women, slaves, and foreigners had no rights.' Provenance: Excerpt from a history textbook on Ancient Greece.

Source B: Description of Sparta's Oligarchy

'Sparta was governed by a small group of elders and two kings, with power concentrated among a few elite citizens. The Spartan system focused on strict discipline and military training, with less emphasis on citizen participation.' Provenance: Summary from a scholarly article on Spartan government.

1.
Compare the political systems of Athens and Sparta based on the sources provided. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Explain the main features of Athenian democracy. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Outline the governance structure of Sparta as described in Source B. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
4.
Analyse how the different political systems might have affected the societies of Athens and Sparta. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
What are some limitations of the sources provided when understanding Athens and Sparta's governments? (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Compare the rights and roles of citizens in Athens and Sparta based on the sources. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
7.
Describe how governance in Athens and Sparta reflected their societal values. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
8.
Summarize the main differences between Athens' democracy and Sparta's oligarchy. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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