Question

Athens and Sparta were both

Answer 1

First, they were both big Greek city-states. Second, they both were mainly similar in their form of government. They held assemblies and were elected by the people. Third, they also agreed to the Peace of Nicias.

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Answer 2

Both Athens and Sparta had an assembly, whose members were elected by the people. Sparta was ruled by two kings, who ruled until they died or were forced out of office. ... Thus, because both parts of Athens' government had leaders who were elected, Athens is said to have been the birthplace of democracy

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