D. france and great britian took over former german colonies
the first of march in 1781
Explanation:
<span>Ephors were elected magistrates who decided whether or not decisions taken by the Spartan assembly were in accordance with the Spartan laws and constitutions
They were an overseeing power of the assembly which made them lessen their power rather than increase. </span>
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