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Question 27

Which statements about Spartan ephors are true? Select all that apply.

  1. Five were elected each yearCorrect answer
  2. They could scrutinize the kingsCorrect answer
  3. They inherited priestly offices for life
  4. They served only as royal household attendants

Explanation

Sparta elected five ephors each year, and their supervisory authority extended to scrutiny of the kings. They were civic officials with independent powers, not hereditary priests or personal servants subordinate to royal households.

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