Question

read the source of the allusion. soldiers from the city of sparta in ancient greece were known for their self-restraint, self-discipline, and indifference to luxury. what is the meaning of the allusion in the sentence below? mona was known among her coworkers for her spartan ways. simple and austere aggressive or belligerent

Explanation:

The source says Spartan soldiers were self - restrained, self - disciplined, and indifferent to luxury. "Simple and austere" matches these traits (indifference to luxury implies simplicity and austerity), while "aggressive or belligerent" isn't supported by the given source about Spartans' known traits.

Answer:

simple and austere