City-State Showdown

In this comparative reading activity, students examine two short passages about life in Athens and Sparta. Learners identify similarities and differences in education, values, and gender roles, then answer comprehension questions that require evidence from both texts. The exercise promotes analytical reading and comparison skills, encouraging students to contrast democratic and militaristic societies. This worksheet integrates historical context with literacy skills, enhancing understanding of ancient civilizations.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies – Ancient Greece: Athens and Sparta

English Language Arts – Comparing and Contrasting Informational Texts

English Language Arts – Reading Comprehension and Textual Evidence

English Language Arts – Critical Analysis of Historical Texts

This worksheet is part of our Grade 7 Reading Comprehension collection.