The Persian War
This alliance of Greek city‑states was formed after the wars to protect against future Persian threats.
What is the Delian League?
The war was primarily fought between Athens and this rival city‑state.
What is Sparta?
Alexander the Great became king of Macedon after the assassination of this ruler.
Who is Philip II?
This alliance was formed in 478 BCE to protect Greek city‑states from future Persian attacks.
What is the Delian League?
King of the gods and ruler of Mount Olympus.
Who is Zeus?
This Persian king launched the first invasion of Greece and was defeated at Marathon.
Who is Darius I?
This military style of battle helped Greece win key battles in the Persian War, and was often used in the Peloponnesian War as well.
What is the phalanx?
This name is commonly given to the period in which Alexander the Great ruled over most of Europe, Asia and Africa.
This Athenian leader dominated politics during the Golden Age and gave the era its alternate name.
Who is Pericles?
God of the sea, earthquakes, and horses.
Who is Poseidon?
In 490 BCE, outnumbered Athenian forces defeated Persia at this famous battle.
What is the Battle of Marathon?
This Athenian leader promoted democracy and encouraged citizens to stay behind the city’s walls early in the war.
Who is Pericles?
This Egyptian city, founded by Alexander, became a major center of learning.
What is Alexandria?
This topic of study is often affiliated with Athens, and means "the love of wisdom"
What is philosophy?
God of war, known for violence rather than strategy.
Who is Ares?
This narrow mountain pass was defended by King Leonidas and 300 Spartans.
What is Thermopylae?
This failed military campaign marked a major turning point against Athens.
What is the Sicilian Expedition?
This area was defeated by Alexander, yet to the annoyance of his army he adopted many of their customs.
What is the Persian Empire?
This student of Socrates founded the Academy in Athens.
Who is Plato?
God of the sun, music, prophecy, and healing.
Who is Apollo?
The Persian Wars ended after Greek victory at this battle in 479 BCE.
What is the Battle of Plataea?
The balance of power shifted at the end of this war from Athens to this rival polis.
What is Sparta?
This Persian king was defeated by Alexander at the Battle of Gaugamela.
Who is Darius III?
This famous temple, overseen by Phidias, was built using Delian League funds to honour Athena.
What is the Parthenon?
Messenger of the gods and god of travel, trade, and thieves.
Who is Hermes?