Flashcard on Greek and Persian History

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Why might the Greeks have felt threatened by the Persians?

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Persia was growing in size and the Greeks feared being attacked.

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What was the importance of Cyrus the Great?

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He united all of Persia into one big empire.

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What were the responsibilities of a Satrap?

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They collected taxes and helped build armies.

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Who won the Battle of Marathon?

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The Athenians

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What was a consequence of the Battle of Thermopylae?

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Athens had time to prepare 200 ships for the next battle.

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What type of battle was the Battle of Salamis?

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Naval battle

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Why were Athenian ships advantageous in the Battle of Salamis?

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They could move easier.

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What was a consequence of the Battle of Salamis?

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Athens won on water

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What was a cause of the Battle of Plataea?

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Greek city-states wanted revenge

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How were the Greeks able to defeat the Persians at Plataea?

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They worked together