1. Section 3: Conflict in the Greek World
Ancient Greece
Section 3: Conflict in the Greek World
Witness History Audio: Athens Demands Action
The Persian Wars
After Athens sent ships to help the Greek city-states in Ionia, the Persian ruler Darius I sent forces to crush Athens. The Athenians won a battle near Marathon, and later joined forces with other city-states to maintain an advantage over Persia.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “What did Miltiades demand of Callimachus and what did he say would happen if Callimachus failed?” (He demanded that Callimachus fight rather than await the Spartans; otherwise Athens would lose its freedom.)
When showing Color Transparencies 19 and 22, use the lessons suggested in the transparency book to guide discussions.
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Geography Interactive: Persian Wars, 490 B.C.-479 B.C.
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2. Section 3: Conflict in the Greek World
Ancient Greece
Section 3: Conflict in the Greek World
The Age of Pericles and Direct Democracy
When Pericles led Athens, there was a direct democracy, with the Council of 500 deciding the issues of the day. Jury duty was also expected of citizens and a single jury could include thousands. Under Pericles and a woman named Aspasia, Athens also became the cultural center of Greece.
Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “What did Miltiades demand of Callimachus and what did he say would happen if Callimachus failed?” (He demanded that Callimachus fight rather than await the Spartans; otherwise Athens would lose its freedom.)
When showing Color Transparencies 19 and 22, use the lessons suggested in the transparency book to guide discussions.
Color Transparency 19: Parthenon and Lincoln Memorial
History Interactive: Athenian Democracy
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3. Section 3: Conflict in the Greek World
Ancient Greece
Section 3: Conflict in the Greek World
The Peloponnesian War
After Athens formed the Delian League with other city-states, Sparta formed the Peloponnesian League. These two groups of allies fought for 27 years, starting in 431 B.C.
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Notes: Listen to the Witness History audio. Then read aloud the main idea for each subheading in this section and show the related visuals.
After listening to the Witness History audio, ask, “What did Miltiades demand of Callimachus and what did he say would happen if Callimachus failed?” (He demanded that Callimachus fight rather than await the Spartans; otherwise Athens would lose its freedom.)
When showing Color Transparencies 19 and 22, use the lessons suggested in the transparency book to guide discussions.
QuickTake Section Quiz
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Color Transparency 19: Parthenon and Lincoln Memorial
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