Question

Which of the following was a major cause of the Peloponnesian War?

A. Dissatisfaction with Athens's growing empire

B. The invasion of Greece by Persian forces

C. Clashing religious and cultural values in Greece

D. Sparta's desire to spread democracy

Answer 1

A. Dissatisfaction with Athens's growing empire

Answer 2

The correct answer is A. A major cause of the Peloponnesian War was the dissatisfaction with Athens' growing empire.

The Peloponnesian War was a military conflict of Ancient Greece that faced the Delian League (led by Athens) and the Peloponnesian League (led by Sparta) from 431 BC to 404 BC.

The Peloponnesian War changed the map of Ancient Greece. Athens, the main city before the war, was virtually reduced to a state of subjugation, while Sparta was established as the greatest power in Greece.