Question

Compare the relationship between the state and the individual in Sparta and Athens.

Answer 1

Answer with Explanation

Athens and Sparta were the two most famous and powerful city states in Ancient Greece. However, Sparta and Athens were quite different from each other in many ways, for example, by their values, politics, and societies. In Athens, the system of the ruling was a democracy which means a system of government. Whereas, in Sparta, the ruling system was oligarchy which means a small group of people having control of a country. The Athenians gave importance to music and art while the Spartans gave importance to fitness and bravery to build a strong army. As compared to Athens, the life in Sparta was harsh and uncomfortable.

Answer 2

Sparta was ruled by two kings, who ruled until they died or were forced out of office.Athens was ruled by archons, who were elected annually. Thus, because both parts of Athens' government had leaders who were elected, Athens is said to have been the birthplace of democracy.