Ancient Greek History and Culture

The video covers the Greek victories over the Persians, leading to the Golden Age of Greece, marked by cultural and political advancements under Pericles. Tensions between Athens and Sparta led to the Peloponnesian War, which saw Athens' dominance challenged. The war ended with both city-states weakened, and Persia's involvement further complicated matters. Post-war, Macedonia, under King Philip and Alexander the Great, conquered the Greek peninsula.

What was a significant cultural period in Greece following their victories over the Persians?

• The Dark Age

• The Golden Age of Greece

• The Bronze Age

• The Iron Age

Who was the leader under whom democracy flourished in Athens during the Golden Age?

• Philip of Macedonia

• Pericles

• Alexander the Great

• Socrates

What was the Delian League?

• A cultural festival

• An alliance of Greek poli

• A type of Greek architecture

• A philosophical school

Why did tensions rise between Athens and Sparta?

• Athenian support for Macedonian expansion

• Spartan cultural influence

• Sparta's alliance with Persia

• Athens' wealth and dominance

What event marked the beginning of the Peloponnesian War?

• The construction of the Parthenon

• Athens' ban on trade with a Spartan ally

• The rise of Macedonian power

• The death of Pericles

What major event weakened Athens during the siege by Sparta?

• A Spartan betrayal

• A volcanic eruption

• A Persian invasion

• A devastating plague

What was the outcome of the temporary truce between Athens and Sparta?

• Athens gained more territory

• Persia conquered Greece

• Sparta became a democracy

• Both sides were weakened

How did Persia contribute to the resumption of the Peloponnesian War?

• By attacking the Delian League

• By invading Macedonia

• By providing resources to Sparta

• By forming an alliance with Athens

Who conquered most of the Greek peninsula after the Peloponnesian War?

• Pericles

• Socrates

• King Philip of Macedonia

• Alexander the Great

What was Alexander the Great known for after conquering Greece?

• Establishing democracy

• Creating a powerful empire

• Building the Parthenon

• Inventing Greek drama