Wars of the Diadochi: Battle of Rhodes Quiz

What significant event marked the beginning of the Fourth War of the Diadochi?

• The Siege of Athens

• The Battle of Salamis

• The crowning of Demetrios and Antigonos as Kings

• The death of Alexander the Great

Why was Rhodes considered a strategic target for the Antigonids?

• It had a large population of mercenaries

• It was the birthplace of Alexander the Great

• It was a rich and neutral trading hub

• It was a military stronghold

What was the initial strategy of Demetrios during the Siege of Rhodes?

• To negotiate peace with the Rhodians

• To attack the city with a full frontal assault

• To blockade the port and conduct raids

• To form alliances with other city-states

How did the Rhodians manage to withstand the initial assault by Demetrios?

• By breaking the blockade and receiving supplies

• By receiving reinforcements from Athens

• By launching a surprise attack on Demetrios' camp

• By surrendering to Demetrios

What was Demetrios' two-pronged strategy to escalate the siege?

• Poisoning the water supply of Rhodes

• Building a massive wall around Rhodes

• Using catapults and archers to attack the walls and ships

• Recruiting more mercenaries for a larger army

What led to Demetrios lifting the siege of Rhodes?

• A direct order from Antigonos

• An alliance with the Rhodians

• A successful Rhodian counterattack

• A lack of resources

What was the outcome for Rhodes after the siege?

• It became a tributary state to the Antigonids

• It was conquered and destroyed

• It remained autonomous and built the Colossus

• It was abandoned by its inhabitants

What was the significance of the Colossus of Rhodes?

• It was a symbol of Rhodian victory and resilience

• It was a military fortress

• It was a gift from Demetrios

• It marked the site of a major battle

What was the political impact of the siege on the Antigonids?

• It damaged their reputation and led to a retreat

• It resulted in a new alliance with the Rhodians

• It strengthened their control over Greece

• It led to the fall of the Antigonid Kingdom

What was the broader geopolitical consequence of the siege's failure?

• Rhodes became a major military power

• The anti-Antigonid coalition was strengthened

• The Antigonids gained new territories

• The Antigonids formed an alliance with Ptolemy