Question

How were the Spartans able to focus on military training and fighting? {One answer}

A. The slaves grew their food for them.

B. The women at home grew their food for them.

C. The children grew food for them.

D. The men grew the food when they were not fighting.

Answer 1

A. The slaves grew their food for them. The helots farmed and supplied food so Spartan male citizens could train and serve as full-time soldiers.