Question

Which of the following is an example of classical era?

Answer 1

Answer:

Option A. a culture that carries goods overseas by trireme

Explanation:

Culture if carrying goods by Trireme. Triremes were oar driven warships built during the 5th century BCE though the exact date can be traced from the writings of Thucydides, a famous historian.

These warships are used by the Mediterranean people called Corinthians and they were built with woods such as Cedar, Pine and Fir whereas the Hull is made of Oak. This warship can be driven by 170 men. It has three oars.

These ships gets waterlogged due to its weight and hence beached ashore at nights. These warships were designed similar to the image of an animal with horns to menace and frighten the enemy ships. There is also a claim that Trireme and Bireme ships belonged to Phoenicians.