History of the Peloponnesian War Quiz Questions | Quiz: Book 5

Quiz: Book 5

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

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. What is the political position of Argos from 418 through 416 BC?
a) Consistently pro Spart
b) Consistently pro-Athens
c) Vascilation between Athens and Sparta
d) Maintained neutrality

2. Why is Book 5 of the History of the Peloponnesian War such a short book?
a) There is only one battle during that time.
b) There are fewer conflicts spread out over a number of years.
c) Much of the history during that time is lost.
d) Thucydides has to leave Athens in a hurry.

3. What charismatic individual rises to prominence in 420 BC?
a) Alcibiades
b) Socrates
c) Pericles
d) Nicias

4. Why does Thucydides create his own chronology for his history?
a) He is not...
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