The Persian Wars (#2)

The homeland of the Persians was located in what modern-day country?

• Greece

• Iran

• Turkey

• Egypt

In 499 B.C.E., who revolted against the Persians?

• Spartans

• Athenians

• Greek cities in Asia Minor

• Egyptians

Why did King Darius want to invade mainland Greece?

• To expand trade

• To punish the Greeks (Athenians) for helping rebels

• To capture Athens’ navy

• To make peace with Sparta

Where did the Persians first land during the invasion of 490 B.C.E.?

• Thermopylae

• Marathon

• Athens

• Sparta

Who commanded the Greek navy during the Persian Wars?

• The Spartans

• The Athenians

• The Persians

• The Macedonians

Who commanded the Greek army during the Persian Wars?

• The Spartans

• The Athenians

• The Persians

• The Macedonians