Original sentence: Finally, the five ephors were Spartans chosen in apella from the poorest social layers to oversee the actions of the kings and, if necessary, depose them.However, modern scholars note that the word democracy at the third century BC had been degraded and could mean any autonomous state no matter how oligarchic it was..
Edited sentence: Additionally, they had full responsibility of the Spartan educational system, which was essential for maintaining the high standards of the Spartan army.As Aristotle noted, ephors were the most important key institution of state, but because often they were appointed from the whole social body it resulted very poor men held office and could easily be bought.Finally, the five ephors were Spartans chosen in apella to oversee the actions of the kings and other public officials and, if necessary, depose them.However, modern scholars note that the word democracy at the third century BC had been degraded and could mean any autonomous state no matter how oligarchic it was.Over the years the ephors held great influence into forming foreign policy and acted as the main executive body of state.They served for one year and could not be re-elected for a second time