Question

Explain Greek Society and Two forms of GOVERNMENT between Athens and Sparta. Explain in FIVE sentences.

Answer 1

The difference between Sparta and Athens is their differing systems of government. Sparta is considered an oligarchy, meaning ruled by the few, while Athens is believed by historians to have been a democracy. The ancient Greek word "oligos" translates as "few," and "archia" translates as "rule."  the "rule by the few" is what distinguishes Sparta from Athens.