Athens and Sparta: Democracy v. Oligarchy, Open vs. Closed, Freedom vs. Responsibility

1. Athens

1.1. Govt.

1.1.1. structure

1.1.1.1. democracy

1.1.1.1.1. authority derives from citizens

1.1.2. function

1.1.2.1. assembly

1.1.3. values

1.1.3.1. persuasion

1.1.3.2. equality

1.1.3.2.1. hierarchy

1.1.3.3. free speech

1.1.3.4. rights of individuals

1.2. Society

1.2.1. economy

2. Sparta

2.1. Govt.

2.1.1. Oligarchy

2.1.1.1. structure

2.1.1.1.1. two kings

2.1.1.1.2. ephors

2.1.1.1.3. Alike

2.1.1.2. function

2.1.1.3. values

2.1.1.3.1. preparation for military

2.1.1.3.2. obedience and loyalty

2.2. Society

2.2.1. all males prepared as soldiers at age 7