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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. In the case of a conquered land, what is the general practice of that time regarding private property?

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

3. What happens between Sparta and Athens in 423 BC?

4. After the Spartan forces give up the Attica offensive, what does Athens continue to do?

5. What conflict in the region occurs outside of Athens' political control?

Short Essay Questions

1. What was happening in 432 BC between Athens and Sparta and what was its true purpose?

2. From the point of view of allies, how was Athens positioned in the war?

3. What was Thucydides' reaction to the aftermath of the Corcyran revolt?

4. What was unusual about Spartan use of new methods of war?

5. What was the significance of the Mytilenean revolt against Athens?

6. What effect did new technology have on the war?

7. What was Sparta's advantage in the war?

8. Describe the conditions before the lead up to the Peloponnesian War.

9. What event showed that the situation between Athens and Sparta was tenuous at best?

10. What notable action did the Athenian fleet take in 425 BC on its way to Sicily?

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

Describe in detail the Greek phalanx which at one time was considered impregnable. Include the military innovations of the day which finally put an end to that form of warfare. Then discuss how military technology has changed warfare repeatedly down through the ages since the Peloponnesian war.

Essay Topic 3

Successful generals often rise to great political power. Write an essay about the events leading to the political power of Demosthenes, Cleon, and Alcibiades. In your essay, contrast the way each of these managed to gain their position.

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