Question

how was the economy of sparta different than the economy in athens?
in sparta, the economy was centered around sea trade.
in sparta, the economy was focused on creating arts for trade.
in sparta, the army was the center of the economy.
in sparta, the economy featured a large and powerful merchant class.

Explanation:

• Analyze each option:
• Option 1: Athens was more centered around sea trade, not Sparta. Eliminate.
• Option 2: Sparta was militaristic, not focused on arts for trade (Athens was more into arts). Eliminate.
• Option 3: Sparta's society and economy were highly militarized, with the army (military training, conquest, and the helot system supporting it) at the center. This matches.
• Option 4: A large merchant class was more characteristic of Athens, not Sparta. Eliminate.

Answer:

C. In Sparta, the army was the center of the economy