The document provides information about the government and society of ancient Athens and Sparta. Athens was a democracy where male citizens participated in an assembly and council. Their military focused on a strong navy and boys received military training at age 18. Spartan government was ruled by two kings and a council. Their entire society was focused on military strength, with males serving as soldiers from age 20 to 60. Both cities had social hierarchies, but Spartan women had more freedom and were valued for their role in raising warriors.