A Day in the Life of an Athenian

In 427 BCE, what major conflict was being fought between Athens and Sparta?

• The Persian Wars

• The Peloponnesian War

• The Trojan War

• The Greco-Roman War

What was the extent of a woman's political and property rights in ancient Athens, as exemplified by Dexelaea?

• She could participate in politics and own property.

• She could own property but not participate in politics.

• She could participate in politics but not own property.

• She could neither participate in politics nor own property.

What was the name of the assembly of citizens in ancient Athens where important decisions were made?

• The Senate

• The Forum

• The Ecclesia

• The Council

What was the initial resolution passed by the Athenian assembly regarding the people of Mytilene after their revolt?

• To grant them full citizenship and integrate them into Athens.

• To execute only the leaders of the revolt.

• To execute all Mytileneans and enslave their women and children.

• To offer them a peace treaty and negotiate terms.