HERODOTUS, HISTORY, Pt. 3
Books V (91-93; 105); VI (42-48; 56-72; 94-120)

STUDY QUESTIONS

V. 92 Explain Thrasybulus’ political advice to Periander.

VI. 94 Why was Darius so interested in receiving "earth and water" from all the Greek states?

VI. 110-120 Describe how the much smaller Athenian force was able to triumph over the Persians at Marathon.

VI. 120 What will be the ensuing political effects of the Spartans late arrival at Marathon?