What was the primary role of the five 'Ephors' in Spartan society?
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Correct answer: To monitor the kings and manage the daily affairs of the state
The five Ephors (overseers) were elected annually by the Apella and held sweeping executive power. They could investigate and bring charges against the kings, supervised the Agoge, directed the Crypteia, and handled foreign diplomacy — making them the most powerful officials in the Spartan state.
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