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The Persian Wars: Salamis

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the key events of the Battle of Salamis during the Persian Wars, focusing on timeline sequencing and understanding the significance of this naval battle.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#The Persian Wars
#Standard
#Timeline & Chronology
#Salamis
#Explain the events leading up to the Battle of Salamis
#Compare the strategies used by the Greeks and Persians
#Analyse the significance of the Battle of Salamis in the context of the Persian Wars

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The Persian Wars: Salamis

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Timeline of the Battle of Salamis

Source A: Historical account by Herodotus

'After the Persian land forces advanced into Greece and faced setbacks at Plataea and Mycale, the Persians decided to retreat to their ships. The Greek fleet, led by Themistocles, took advantage of the narrow straits at Salamis to trap the Persian navy. The battle took place around September 480 BCE, with the Greeks launching a surprise attack in the confined waters.'

Source B: Excerpt from modern history textbook

'The Battle of Salamis was a turning point in the Persian Wars. The Greeks' strategic use of the narrow straits allowed their smaller fleet to defeat the larger Persian navy, significantly weakening Persia’s naval power and boosting Greek confidence.'

1.
Outline the sequence of events leading up to the Battle of Salamis. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the strategies used by the Greeks and Persians during the Battle of Salamis. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Explain why the Battle of Salamis was considered a turning point in the Persian Wars. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Analyse how the geography of Salamis influenced the outcome of the battle. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
5.
List three reasons why the Greeks won the Battle of Salamis. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
6.
Describe the importance of Themistocles in the Battle of Salamis. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
7.
Compare the impacts of the Battle of Salamis on Greek and Persian morale. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Outline the long-term significance of the Battle of Salamis for Greece. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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