Hoplites and Warfare: The Greek Warrior

Question 1

hoplite

Answer 1

• a Greek warrior
• wore heavy bronze armor
• used bronze weapons
• helmet, armor, sword, spear, shield

Question 2

hoplite gear

Answer 2

• helmet, armor, sword/spear, shield

Question 3

phalanx

Answer 3

• a formation of soldiers carrying overlapping shields and long spears

Question 4

Hoplite MUST…

Answer 4

• know his role
• leadership
• communication
• discipline
• extensive training
• cohesiveness

Question 5

What did success depend on?

Answer 5

• each hoplite to protect his brother to his left