Question

Now answer the questions. Base your answers on the passages “Daily Life in Athens” and “Education in Sparta.”


This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then, answer Part B.

Part A

Based on information in Passage 2, what best describes the life of healthy Spartan boys?
A. They faced many challenging demands.
B. They were valued by their families.
C. They had more choices than others.
D. They struggled in the education system.
Part B

Which detail from the passage best supports the answer in Part A?
A. The boys were trained to be soldiers.
B. The boys did not have many comforts in military camp.
C. The boys were examined as babies.
D. The boys were required to read and learn academics.

Answer 1

Part A: A

Part B: A. The boys were trained to be soldiers. This detail shows they underwent rigorous, demanding military training.