2.b Athens at War - Athenian Navy and Triremes - Flashcard

Front

What was the primary reason the Athenians developed their navy in the late 480s, following Themistocles' advice?

Back

To prepare for the Persian invasion

Front

Approximately how many ships did the Athenian navy have by 480 BCE?

Back

200

Front

What type of ship made up the bulk of the Athenian fleet?

Back

Triremes

Front

How long was a typical trireme?

Back

35 meters

Front

What feature did triremes have to enhance stability?

Back

Low center of gravity

Front

How many rowers did a trireme have?

Back

170

Front

Trireme

Back

Three rowers

Front

Which row of rowers had the most rowers per side, providing greater force? Options: Lower row, Middle row, Upper row, All rows were equal

Back

Upper row

Front

What was the role of hoplites on a trireme? Options: Rowers, Archers, Marines, Navigators

Back

Marines

Front

Who kept time for the rowers on a trireme?

Back

The piper