Which were important characteristics of Sparta's government? Select the two correct answers.

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Responses

Oligarchs were able to hold a lot of power in government.

Oligarchs were able to hold a lot of power in government.

Citizens were able to hold a large amount of power in government.

Citizens were able to hold a large amount of power in government.

Ephors were prohibited from participating in the government.

Ephors were prohibited from participating in the government.

Religious leaders were the most powerful in the government.

Religious leaders were the most powerful in the government.

Sparta's government was a combination of a monarchy, a democracy, and an oligarchy.

Answer 1

The two correct answers that describe important characteristics of Sparta's government are:

1. Oligarchs were able to hold a lot of power in government.
2. Sparta's government was a combination of a monarchy, a democracy, and an oligarchy.

These characteristics reflect the unique structure of Spartan government, which included a dual monarchy, the influence of the Council of Elders (Gerousia), and the role of the Assembly (Apella) where citizens could participate.