2. The Delian League was started as an association of Greek city-states. Each city-state contributed to the defense of all the m
embers. Athens, as the wealthiest and strongest member, quickly took control. When the Persian threat diminished, some city-states wanted to leave the league, but Athens prevented them from withdrawing. Pericles praised Athens as an example for the entire world, but not everyone agreed. Thucydides criticized the Delian League and the way Athens controlled it. Read each quotation aloud. Then answer the questions. Pericles: “When our work is done, we are in a position to enjoy all kinds of recreation for our spirits. There are ceremonies and contests all year. In our homes we find a beauty and good taste which delight us every day and drive away our cares.”
Thucydides: “…the Athenians were very severe and exacting, and made themselves offensive by applying the screw of necessity [applying economic pressure] to men who were not used to and in fact not disposed for any continuous labor.”
Questions:
PLZ HELP ASAP
Based on the excerpt given above, the goal of John Winthrop is to MAKE MASSACHUSETTS BAY COLONY AN EXAMPLE OF CHRISTIAN LIVING. John is talking about the need for Christians to be role models in their societies and to be the standard by which others measure themselves.<span />
