Greco-Persian Wars & Athenian Empire Quiz

Who seized the throne of the Persian Empire after Cambyses died without an heir?

• Xerxes

• Darius I

• Mardonius

• Cyrus

Which group of Greek cities revolted against Persian rule?

• Spartans

• Ionian cities

• Macedonians

• Thebans

Who was the leader of Miletus who appealed to Athens for aid?

• Hippias

• Miltiades

• Aristagoras

• Themistocles

What was the outcome of the Battle of Lade in 494?

• Athenian victory

• Persian victory

• Stalemate

• Spartan intervention

In what year did the Battle of Marathon take place?

• 494 BC

• 490 BC

• 480 BC

• 479 BC

Who commanded the Athenian forces at the Battle of Marathon?

• Callimachus

• Miltiades

• Themistocles

• Datis

What was the Persian general's name who led the forces against Athens in 490?

• Mardonius

• Datis

• Xerxes

• Leonidas

What was the main formation used by the Greek soldiers in battle?

• Phalanx

• Legion

• Cavalry

• Square

How many Persians died at the Battle of Marathon?

• 1,000

• 6,400

• 2,500

• 10,000

What word did Philippides reportedly shout after the Battle of Marathon?

• Victory!

• Freedom!

• Nike!

• Glory!