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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why are the Peloponnesian triremes better equipped?

2. What are the feelings of many Athenians leading up to the problems in Sicily?

3. What happens to the Athenian attack on Amphipolis?

4. Who arrives in Sicily and changes the course of the conflict with Athens?

5. Why is Alcibiades not brought to trial immediately after the vandalism for which he is blamed?

Short Essay Questions

1. After Gylippus' arrival in Syracuse, what immediate conflict began between Syracuse and the Athenians?

2. Aside from the disintegration of Athens and its allies, what was the political/military condition of the Grecian world in 412 BC?

3. How did the peace of Nicias finally break down?

4. How did the arrival of Gylippus made a difference in the Athenian attack on Syracuse?

5. What was so alarming about the revolt of Chios?

6. During the so-called peace of Nicias, what marked the military conflict between Athens and Sparta?

7. What shenanigan was attributed to Alcibiades prior to his setting sail for Sicily?

8. How did Syracuse put the Athenian forces on the defensive?

9. After the defeat at Syracuse, what was the condition of of the Athenian league?

10. What was the mindset of Athens after the defeats at Syracuse?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Using examples from the History of the Peloponnesian War, give your opinion about the ability of one man to influence the outcome of a battle. Compare the Greek generals to other great generals of history. [Suggested examples: Napoleon, Robert E. Lee, Douglas MacArthur]

Essay Topic 2

In the time that Thucydides was writing, it was acceptable to put elements of creativity into a historical manuscript as though it were observed information. Many of the speeches delivered in both Athens and Sparta are reported as though Thucydides was actually present at the time. This practice would not be acceptable today. Give examples of this from the History of the Peloponnesian War and comment on their authenticity.

Essay Topic 3

Recalling the treatment Athens meted out to any conquered people, write an opinion paper about how their disregard for human value eventually worked against them. Then apply the idea to modern day international relations. Express an opinion about the fall of despots and how the people react.

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