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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the stated purpose of Book One of Thucydides' History of the Peloponnesian War?
(a) To establish the credentials of Thucydides as a historian.
(b) To show the importance of Corinth in the Peloponnesian War.
(c) To establish background and attempt to examine the causes of the war.
(d) To discuss the daily life of people in Sparta and Athens.

2. How is the book historically divided by modern scholars?
(a) Book One has historically been subdivided into two named segments although these do not exist as such in the text itself.
(b) Book One has historically been divided into four major parts with certain aspects emphasized.
(c) Book One is usually looked at as a whole in keeping with Thucydides' method.
(d) Book One is divided in two seasons--winter and summer.

3. Where are Spartan ground forces marooned after the battle for Pylos?
(a) In Sicily
(b) In Crete
(c) On the island of Sphacteria
(d) On Lesbos

4. Why do the Spartans fear the Helots?
(a) The Helots outnumber the Spartans.
(b) The Helots control most of the money.
(c) The Helots are adept at warfare.
(d) The Helots have treaties with the Athenians.

5. What does Cleon do at Sphacteria?
(a) He sends Demosthenes to finish the job.
(b) He recalls the army because it was hopeless.
(c) He takes command and drives the attack to successful conclusion.
(d) He brings in Barbarian mercenaries to finish the job.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is it necessary for triremes to come ashore often?

2. After the war begins, what diplomatic success does Athens have?

3. What is a major upset to Athens during 447 through 446 BC?

4. What is the main concern after Athens fortified Pylos?

5. What is Athens doing toward the end of the 526 BC campaign?

(see the answer key)

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