Persian Wars

The video recaps the Persian Wars, comparing Greeks and Persians to sports teams. It explains the disorganization of Greek city-states versus the unified Persian Empire. The wars began with Ionia's revolt, leading to key battles: Marathon, Thermopylae, and Salamis. Despite their size, the Greeks won, preserving their independence and influencing history.

In the sports analogy, which team represents the Greeks?

• The team that is organized

• The team with one leader

• The team without uniforms

• The team with uniforms

What was a major disadvantage of the Greek city-states during the Persian Wars?

• They had no military

• They were not united

• They had no leaders

• They were too large

Why did the Persian Wars begin?

• The Greeks attacked Persia first

• The Persians wanted to expand into Europe

• The Greeks wanted more territory

• The Persians wanted to trade with Greece

What was the outcome of the Battle of Marathon?

• A Greek victory

• A Persian victory

• A peace treaty

• A stalemate

Who was Pheidippides?

• A Greek traitor

• A runner who announced the Greek victory

• A Greek philosopher

• A Persian general

What led to the Greek loss at Thermopylae?

• A storm at sea

• A Greek traitor revealing their position

• A surprise attack by the Persians

• A lack of weapons

Where was the Battle of Salamis fought?

• On land

• In the mountains

• At sea

• In a desert

What was a key factor in the Greek victory at Salamis?

• Their advanced weaponry

• Their alliance with Persia

• Their use of triremes

• Their superior numbers

What might have happened if the Persians had won the Persian Wars?

• The Persian Empire would have collapsed

• Greece would have expanded into Asia

• Persia might have conquered Europe

• The Greeks would have become allies with Persia

What was preserved due to the Greek victory over Persia?

• The Roman Empire

• The Persian Empire

• Greek independence

• Persian culture