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The Persian Wars: The Battle of Thermopylae

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~16 mins
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A reading comprehension worksheet focusing on the Battle of Thermopylae during the Persian Wars. It helps students understand the events, significance, and strategic aspects of the battle.

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#History
#History
#The Persian Wars
#Standard
#Reading Comprehension
#Thermopylae
#Explain the key events of the Battle of Thermopylae
#Compare the strategies used by the Greeks and Persians
#Analyse the significance of Thermopylae in the context of the Persian Wars

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The Persian Wars: The Battle of Thermopylae

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Thermopylae: The Famous Last Stand

Source A: Ancient Historian Herodotus 'The Battle of Thermopylae was a heroic but sacrificial stand by a small Greek force against a vastly larger Persian army. The Spartans led the Greek defense, choosing the narrow pass to maximize their defensive advantage.'

Source B: Modern historian John Roberts 'Thermopylae has become legendary because of the Spartans' courageous stand, but strategically it was a delaying action that allowed other Greek city-states to prepare for further battles.'

1.
Explain why the Battle of Thermopylae is considered significant in Greek history. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the perspectives of Herodotus and John Roberts on the importance of Thermopylae. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Outline the main events of the Battle of Thermopylae. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Analyse the strategic reasons why the Spartans chose to defend Thermopylae. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Write a brief conclusion on the significance of Thermopylae in the Persian Wars. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Compare the military strategies used by the Greeks and Persians at Thermopylae. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
7.
Explain how the Battle of Thermopylae impacted the subsequent Greek victories in the Persian Wars. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
8.
Describe the role of the Spartans during the Battle of Thermopylae. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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1/1/2026
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