Week 26 Flashcards

1
Q

What tyrant of Syracuse in Sicily seized power by force in 405 B.C. and is known by his severe cruelty?

A

Dionysius (the Elder)

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2
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Who was the most learned man in Syracuse who was imprisoned for telling the truth?

A

Philoxenus

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3
Q

What two best friends’ lives were spared by this cruel tyrant of Syracuse when their demonstration of dedication led him to compassion?

A

Damon & Pythias

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4
Q

Who succeeded this tyrant (Dionysius the Elder) when he died in 367 B.C.?

A

Dionysius the Younger

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5
Q

What Greek philosopher was invited to Syracuse to teach the tyrant but was later imprisoned because the people liked feasting better than philosophy?

A

Plato

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6
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What army eventually freed Syracuse from this tyrant?

A

Corinthian

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7
Q

Which Macedonian prince was raised in Greece under the watchful eye of Epaminondas and became ruler of Macedon in 360 B.C. when his brother died?

A

Philip

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8
Q

What battle formation did this Macedonian king develop?

A

Macedonian Phalanx

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9
Q

How did this Macedonian king (Philip) acquire wealth to hire soldiers and buy allies?

A

mined for gold

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10
Q

When the Olynthians, afraid of being conquered by Macedon, appealed to Athens for help, what Athenian orator strongly advised Athens to oppose Macedon?

A

Demosthenes

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