The Peloponnese Flashcards
1
Q
Which city state was Sparta’ main rival in the Peloponnese?
A
Argos.
2
Q
What was the alliance within the Peloponnese that Sparta headed called?
A
The Peloponnesian league.
3
Q
Why was the Peloponnesian league formed? how did they make people join?
A
Times were hostile between Athens and Sparta. Also between Argos and Sparta. So the Spartans decided to create an alliance. They convinced members of the Peloponnese to join, both by fear and the offer of protection.
