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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. Antalcidas tells Lysander that he has taken ____ to new heights.

2. The sailors of Athens were drawing ___ obols?

3. How many years did the war last?

4. Finish this phrase: "Who stubs his toe upon the ___."

5. Which of the following abounded in Thrace, despite harsh weather?

Short Essay Questions

1. Discuss the conversation between Jason and Eunice.

2. Discuss the scene in which Polemides attends the speech made by Alcibiades. What is the content of the speech?

3. Polemides shows a completely different side when it comes to his family. Examine Polemides' familial ties.

4. Discuss the issues faced by Polemides n Chapter XXV. Where is Polemides' destination?

5. What causes Alcibiades to become injured? How does the injury damage his reputation as a leader?

6. Discuss the offers of escape for Socrates and Polemides.

7. Discuss the scene between Jason and Polemides in the cell. What does Polemides show to Jason?

8. Examine the circumstances under which Alcibiades is named as Athens' dictator. What is Alcibiades' reaction?

9. What is the reaction of the people when they hear Alcibiades' speech? What are the thoughts of Lysander and the elders?

10. Discuss the reaction of the people upon Alcibiades' departure. What did the Athenians do to prevent corruption of power?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The history between Athens and Sparta is long and volatile. Create a detailed time line of the political structures of Athens and Sparta. Include enemies, allies, leaders, goals, and achievements. Connect the interaction of the two city-states. Which ended up being the victor and/or the most powerful?

Essay Topic 2

Eunice is somewhat misunderstood. At first, Eunice is simply a camp wife to Polemides. Then Eunice and Polemides have a child. Discuss Eunice's demands on Polemides. What was Eunice's most frequent demand? How did things change when they moved to the family farm? Why was Eunice constantly angry with Polemides? Did Eunice really try to poison Aurore? Explain. Explain how the information given to Polemides regarding Eunice was false.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Alcibiades' defection to Sparta. What was Alcibiades' role in Sparta? Discuss Alcibiades' relationship with Lysander and other Spartan leaders. What achievements did Alcibiades gain while in Sparta? What was Alcibiades' contribution to the city-state? How was Alcibiades able to gain respect from the Spartans? Did Lysander's opinion of Alcibiades change during his tenure? What were Lysander's behind the scenes plans?

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