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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the time Athens is gaining control in Lesbos, what is happening in Plataea?
(a) Plataea is defeated by an Athenian attack.
(b) Plataea finally capitulates and the Spartans execute all of the surviving forces.
(c) Plataea declares itself neutral.
(d) Plataea holds off the Spartans until Athenian forces arrive.

2. What does Sparta do in 414 BC?
(a) Twice invades Argos.
(b) Gives command of their armies to Alcibiades.
(c) Makes an alliance with Argos.
(d) Sends new peace envoys to Athens.

3. What is a major upset to Athens during 447 through 446 BC?
(a) Athenian military goes on strike for higher wages.
(b) Boeotia successfully revolts against Athens and regains her independence.
(c) Political leadership in Athens splits into several factions.
(d) Persia finally defeats the Athenian army.

4. In 422 BC, what is the financial condition of Athens?
(a) The Athenian treasury is being supplied only from conquered territories.
(b) Athens is bankrupt and has to forego paying its soldiers.
(c) Athenian wealth has grown far beyond what the Spartans had.
(d) The treasury has been largely expended and private subscriptions and extra taxes have been utilized for military expansion.

5. What happens to the Corcyran fleet?
(a) It is defeated by the Peloponesian fleet.
(b) It is sent to Mylitene.
(c) It is victorious over the Peloponesian fleet.
(d) It is lost in a freak storm.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Athens do in Scione?

2. What marks the period of the peace of Nicias from 421 to 413 BC?

3. What success does Cleon have during the time of Book 5?

4. How does a lunar eclipse enter into the Athenian plans to withdraw?

5. After the war begins, what diplomatic success does Athens have?

(see the answer key)

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