Life of Ancient Athenians

Engaging the Spartan army in large-scale land battles.

Relying on their superior naval fleet and fortified city.

Forming alliances with Persian forces to outnumber Sparta.

Negotiating peace treaties to avoid direct confrontation.

She was a wealthy landowner and active participant in the Ecclesia.

She could own property but was excluded from political participation.

She could not participate in politics or own property.

She held significant influence in public affairs through her husband.

Thrata managed the family's finances, and Philon was a craftsman.

Thrata performed most housework and helped raise children, while Philon supervised the son's education.

Thrata was a skilled artisan, and Philon served as a personal guard.

Both Thrata and Philon were involved in Arkias's pottery business.

To execute all Mytileneans and enslave their women and children.

To grant full amnesty to all Mytileneans.

To execute only the leaders of the revolt.

To impose a heavy fine and exile all Mytileneans.