Questions and Answers
What is the Delian League?
An alliance of the Greek city-states that was created after the Persian War
What is an alliance?
An agreement to work together in a fight or war
What was the purpose of the Delian League?
To protect the Greek city-states in case the Persians returned after the Persian War
Which city-state led the Delian League?
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How did the Delian League lead to conflict between the city-states?
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What happened to the Delian League in the end?
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What was the Peloponnesian War?
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Study Notes
Delian League Overview
- Formed post-Persian War as an alliance of Greek city-states.
- Aimed to provide mutual protection against potential Persian invasions.
Purpose of the Delian League
- Created to safeguard the interests and security of member city-states.
Leadership
- Athens emerged as the leading city-state of the Delian League.
Conflict Among City-States
- Athens' dominance led to dissatisfaction among member states, fostering a sense of resentment.
- Perceived control by Athens caused tensions and rivalries among the allies.
Outcome of the Delian League
- The tensions culminated in the Peloponnesian War as city-states united against Athenian control.
Peloponnesian War
- Civil conflict resulting from the collapse of the Delian League.
- Pitted various Greek city-states against each other, marking a significant historical event.
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Explore the formation, purpose, and outcome of the Delian League, a vital alliance among Greek city-states following the Persian War. This quiz delves into Athens' leadership role and how the resulting tensions contributed to the Peloponnesian War. Test your knowledge on this critical period in ancient Greek history.