Which Sentence Best Describes the Structure of the Spartan Government

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which sentence best describes the structure of the Spartan government circa 600 B.C.E.?

• A) Sparta was organized and led by a core of military generals who were elected annually before the spring campaigns.
• B) Sparta was ruled by a citizen assembly, a council of elders, and two kings.
• C) Sparta was a democracy modeled after the government of its rival, Athens.
• D) Sparta was ruled by a cadre of military officers.
• E) Sparta was an oligarchy ruled by a small group of wealthy merchants.

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