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1. Where - in Greece - did the Spartans live?
2. What was the name of the ancient Spartan heavy infantry?
3. What was the name for an elite warrior of Spartan society trained to be a brave and fearless fighter?
4. At what age did Spartan boys go into military training?
5. What widely known historical figure were the Kings of Sparta said to be descendants of?
6. Spartan women received no training except as housewives.
7. Till what age were Spartan men required to remain in the army before going into active reserve?
8. What happened to male Spartan babies who appeared too weak or small for military life?
9. Which battle resulted in Leonidas acquiring legendary status?
10. This warrior was a member of the legendary '300', he fought at the Battle of Thermopylae; however, suffering from an eye infection, he was sent home before the final battle by King Leonidas - who is he?
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