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QuizMultiple Choice

Athens and Sparta

Question 5 • NY-Global History and Geography I

Why was Persia ultimately unsuccessful in conquering Greece at the Battle of Marathon?

Answer
A
Persia had fewer soldiers than Greece to fight its battles.
B
Persia was overpowered on land and by Athens' naval force at sea.
C
Persia’s distance from Greece worked to its disadvantage.
D
Persia’s leadership did not match the well-trained Greeks’ leadership.