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AssignmentMultiple Choice

The Peloponnesian Wars

Question 4 • 2026_SUMMER 305_CR_2109010-M/J World History B

What caused other city-states to join Sparta in the war against Athens?

Answer
A
Other city-states wanted the farmland that Athens controlled.
B
Smaller city-states were afraid of Sparta and joined against their will.
C
Athens used money from the Delian League treasury to rebuild Athens.
D
The Spartan navy promised to protect city-states around the Aegean Sea.

Explanation

Athens used money from the Delian League treasury to rebuild and beautify the city, even though the funds were meant for the league’s shared defense. This angered other Greek city-states and helped drive them to support Sparta against Athens. The correct choice is “Athens used money from the Delian League treasury to rebuild Athens.”

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