Question

Pericles is MOST known for A) being a firm but fair tyrant of Ancient Greece. B) overseeing democratic government in Ancient Athens. C) his instruction of famous philosophers Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. D) leading Sparta to victory over Persian invaders in 5th century Greece.

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. Pericles is most known for overseeing democratic government in Ancient Athens.

Pericles knew how to surround himself with the most outstanding personalities of the moment, excellent men in politics, philosophy, architecture, sculpture, history, literature, etc. He encouraged the arts and letters and gave Athens a splendor that was not repeated throughout its history. He also carried out large public works and improved the quality of life of citizens.

Answer 2

Pericles is mostly known for overseeing democratic government in Ancient Athens.

Further Explanation:

The golden age of culture of Athens came under the leadership of ‘Pericles’. He was a brilliant orator, general of army and first citizen of the democratic Athens according to historian Thucydides. Pericles was the one behind transformation of alliances of Athens as he transformed them into Empires. His policies and strong strategies did set the stage for Peloponnesian war which proved to be a devastating war and his strategies and policies were still acquired by Greece for many years even after his death. Between the period of 463 and 461, Pericles was working to prosecute which eventually led to ostracize Cimon for betraying Athens and after this act he emerged as the leader of Athens Democratic Party. Under the leadership of Pericles, Athens Grew as enormous power. In 454, He was the one under whose leadership a successful military campaign in Cornith took place. Under his leadership only was Athens able to establish its colonies in Thrace and on the Black sea coast. In 443, He was elected in one of the most important seat of Athens and that was ‘Leading General’ of the country. He served Athens as leading General for the rest of his life with just one short Interruption.

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Answer Details:

Grade – High School

Subject – History

Chapter – Pericles

Keywords – Pericles, Athens, Leading General, Democratic Party, Corinth, Battle, Thrace, Black sea coast, Colonies, Cimon, Enormous Power.