Why Did Voltaire Declare That "Sparta Became Athens" When Frederick

question 19

Multiple Choice

Why did Voltaire declare that "Sparta became Athens" when Frederick the Great assumed power in Prussia?

• A) Frederick collected artifacts from Greece.
• B) Frederick decreased his father's military forces.
• C) Frederick turned from military pursuits to cultural pursuits.
• D) Frederick opened a university devoted to liberal arts.

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