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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 early days of the war, which power seems to have the upper hand?

2. Why does Thucydides say that Sparta chose to go to war against Athens?

3. What is the main result of the 428 BC attack on Attica?

4. Who is the first Athenian to suggest fortifying Pylos?

5. How does Corinth enter the war?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Pylos actually become an Athenian stronghold in Sparta?

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

3. How did Athens respond to the attack on Attica?

4. What effort did Sparta make to get the Athenians out of Pylos?

5. What happened to Brasidas during the unsuccessful assault on Pylos?

6. What was the only threat to Athenian power after the defeat of the invading Persians?

7. What indication by 428 BC suggested that military tactics were changing?

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

9. Rather than meet the Peloponnesian land forces head on, what was Pericles' recommendation?

10. How did Athens rise to its highest political power?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Look up information about the plague that hit Athens in 430, 429, and 417 BC. Mention in your paper how the plague affected the general population in terms of economics, religion, and the ability to mount a war. Describe in detail the effects of the plague on an individual. Give your opinion as to whether these bouts with the plague affected the ultimate outcome of the Peloponnesian War.

Essay Topic 2

In the Peloponnesian war, the Greeks read messages into natural phenomena and consulted oracles. To this day, religion often plays a significant role in military action. Write an essay about religion and warfare.

Essay Topic 3

From the book, and also from some research you do, describe the military uniform used by the Greeks during the time of the Peloponnesian War. In your description include such things as mobility and defensive armor. Explain why ultimately the uniform equipment failed to be effective against innovative weaponry.

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