This rulers victory against the Medes led to the beginning of the Persian Empire
Cyrus the Great
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For what reason did the Greeks win the Battle of Marathon?
They used better planning and strategy. They surrounded the Persians.
100
Describe education in Sparta.
Education academically was minimal. The Spartans focused mainly on INTENSE military training.
100
What kind of military leader was Phillip II?
He was brilliant. He borrowed ideas and improved upon them in order to win.
100
What is the greatest building in Greek architecture?
The Parthenon
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What did Cyrus do that prevented rebellions?
He did not force conquered people to follow Persian Customs.
200
How far did the messenger run from Marathon to Athens after the Battle of Marathon? What did happened when he arrived?
About 26 miles. He yelled Nike! and dropped dead.
200
Describe the life of an Athenian Woman.
Athenian woman could not leave their homes, disobey their fathers or husbands, or own property.
200
What specific fighting tactic did he borrow? How was it used?
Phalanx. It formed a wall of spears, shields and men.
200
What was Socrates style of teaching?
He used the Socratic Method. Taught by asking questions.
300
How did Darius I claim the throne?
He killed his rivals for power.
300
How were the Spartans able to hold off the Persians extremely easily for the first two days during the Battle of Thermopylae?
They forced them to fight on a narrow mountain pass where there numbers meant nothing. The Spartans superior fighting forces easily destroyed wave after wave of Persians.
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Who was the King of the Spartans during the Battle of Thermopylae? How did he know it was his duty to go to war?
Leonidas. The Oracle at Delphi.
300
What caused Alexander the Greats death? Where did he die?
His soldiers refused to continue on and conquer India. He died in Babylon.
300
What Greek doctor came up with an oath. What is it called?
Hippocrates, the Hippocratic Oath.
400
What new religion came about during Darius Rule? What did it teach?
Zoroastrianism. There were two forces fighting for control of the Universe, one good one evil.
400
How was a Naval battle won during these battles? What was the front of the ship called?
They were won by ramming the ships and sinking them or knocking the oars off the ships. It is called a Trireme.
400
What was the final right of a Spartan boy to become a man? At this time how many years had he been training for?
To murder a slave, but get away with it. About 11 years.
400
What does the word Hellenistic mean? Name three Hellenistic Kingdoms.
"Greek Like" Syria, Macedonia, Egypt.
400
What Greek Mathematician figured out the earths circumference? How many miles was he off by?
Eratosthenes. About 200.
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Exactly how long was the Royal Road? What present day city would it stretch to from where you're sitting right now?
1,700 Miles. Denver, Colorado.
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Who was the leader of the Persian Army at the time of the battle of Thermopylae? About how many soldiers did he bring to the battle?
Xerxes. About 200,000-300,000.
500
Describe Athenian education and include 2 areas of study. Also why did they have to learn to become good public speakers?
Astronomy, philosophy, geometry. To serve in the assembly.
500
Which of the three Hellenistic Kingdoms built a great library? What city was it built in? Who conquered that Kingdom.
Egypt, Alexandria, Rome.
500
What does Heliocentric mean? Who came up with this theory?
The earth revolves around the sun while the sun and stars stay fixed. Aristarchus of Samos.