The Battle of Thermopylae

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Who was the leader of the 300 Spartans during the Battle of Thermopylae?

  • King Leonidas (correct)
  • King Themistocles
  • King Xerxes
  • King Darius

What was the approximate size of the Persian army during the Battle of Thermopylae?

  • 10,000
  • 300
  • 250,000 (correct)
  • 7,100

Where did the Battle of Thermopylae take place?

  • Thessaly
  • Sparta
  • Athens
  • Thermopylae (correct)

What was the outcome of the Battle of Thermopylae?

<p>The Persian forces were victorious (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did the Battle of Thermopylae take place?

<p>480 BC (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who were the opposing forces in the Battle of Thermopylae?

<p>Spartans and Persians (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the strategic importance of Thermopylae?

<p>It was a mountain pass (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the approximate number of Spartan warriors at the Battle of Thermopylae?

<p>300 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the ultimate goal of the Persian army in the Battle of Thermopylae?

<p>To reach Athens and capture the city (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Battle of Thermopylae in Greek history?

<p>It became a symbol of bravery and patriotism (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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