Question

in wealthy athenian families, young boys went through an intense education to prepare them to participate in athenian society and politics. below are some of the activities that athenian students did in school. match each activity to its purpose.
activity
memorizing and reciting long poems such as homers the iliad and the odyssey
practicing arithmetic and geometry problems on wax tablets
learning how to play an instrument called a lyre (lie - uhr) and how to sing
practicing wrestling and gymnastics
purpose
to improve their musical skills
to learn to read and use language
to solve complex math problems
to improve the health of the body

Explanation:

Practicing wrestling and gymnastics improves physical health. Practicing arithmetic and geometry problems helps in solving complex math problems. Memorizing and reciting poems like the Iliad and Odyssey aids in language - related skills such as reading and using language. Learning to play a lyre enhances musical skills.

Answer:

Practicing wrestling and gymnastics - to improve the health of the body
Practicing arithmetic and geometry problems - to solve complex math problems
Memorizing and reciting poems such as Homer's the Iliad and the Odyssey - to learn to read and use language
Learning to play an instrument called a lyre - to improve their musical skills