Persian Wars and the Battle of Marathon

Persian Wars and the Battle of Marathon

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

FREE Resource

The video explores the historical context and events of the Battle of Marathon, where Athens and its allies faced the Persian Empire. Despite being outnumbered, the Greeks achieved a significant victory, which they used to boost their influence. The video also discusses the legend of the marathon race and includes a sponsor message from Squarespace.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary reason for the Persian attack on Eritrea?

To capture Greek treasures

To seek revenge for the Ionian Revolt

To establish a new trade route

To expand their territory

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who led the Persian army during the expedition to Greece?

General Mardonius

General Datis and Artaphernes

King Xerxes

King Darius I

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the Athenians send a runner to Sparta?

To deliver a message to the Persian king

To negotiate a peace treaty

To declare war on Sparta

To request reinforcements

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main disadvantage faced by the Greek army at Marathon?

Lack of cavalry and archers

Inferior weapons

Poor leadership

Smaller number of soldiers

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tactic did Miltiades use to prevent the Persian army from enveloping the Greek forces?

Using a surprise night attack

Retreating to higher ground

Thinning the center ranks and strengthening the flanks

Thickening the center ranks

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Battle of Marathon for the Persian forces?

They established a foothold in Greece

They captured Athens

They retreated to their ships

They defeated the Greek army

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Persian soldiers were reported to have died in the Battle of Marathon?

6,400

1,920

10,000

500

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