Who led the Persian invasion repulsed in 479 B.C.?

Greek History Quiz

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History
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12th Grade
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Hard

Penny Cunningham
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Darius
Alexander the Great
Xerxes
Leonidas
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was Themistocles' strategy to maximize the Greek advantage against the Persians according to Herodotus?
To attack Persia directly
To increase the size of the Greek fleet
To form an alliance with Sparta
To deceive the Persians into a disadvantageous battle
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
According to Thucydides, why did Themistocles persuade his fellow-citizens to abandon Athens?
Because he foresaw an earthquake
Because he wanted to save the treasury
Because he foresaw the Persian attack on Athens
Because he wanted to establish a new city
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the main reason Themistocles ordered the construction of a ship-canal through the Athos peninsula?
To facilitate trade with other Greek cities
To facilitate the movement of his war-fleet
To impress the Spartans
To create a new trade route
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which battle is associated with Themistocles' cunning that resulted in a Greek victory?
Battle of Marathon
Battle of Thermopylae
Battle of Salamis
Battle of Plataea
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the attitude of the Athenians towards those who were accused of medism after the First Persian War?
They were honored for their diplomatic skills.
They were treated with suspicion and hostility.
They were promoted to higher political positions.
They were given financial rewards for their services.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What led to the ostracism of Themistocles?
His failure to win the Battle of Marathon.
His opposition to Sparta's bid for control of Delphi.
His alleged collusion with Persia.
His support for the establishment of the Delian League.
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