16. Write a few sentences to answer the question. You will get more points for more detail. (You also get points for trying, so please try)-like, for real.



Would you rather grow up in Athens or Sparta and why? Be specific.



Sample sentence starter: I would prefer to grow up in....because...



2 Points: telling WHICH

2 Points: answering WHY you choose that one

I would prefer to grow up in Athens rather than Sparta because of the emphasis on education and intellectual pursuits in Athens. Athens was known for being the center of learning and culture in ancient Greece, with philosophers like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, as well as poets like Homer and playwrights like Sophocles. Growing up in Athens would offer a wide range of opportunities for intellectual development and a rich cultural environment to explore.

short

I would prefer to grow up in Athens because of the emphasis on education and intellectual pursuits. Athens was known for being the center of learning and culture in ancient Greece, offering opportunities for intellectual development and a rich cultural environment to explore.

shorter

I prefer Athens for its focus on education and intellectual pursuits, offering opportunities for intellectual development and a vibrant cultural environment.