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Question 40

Which statements accurately describe Themistocles's naval policy before Xerxes's invasion? Select all that apply.

  1. Persian tribute paid for the ships
  2. Cavalry replaced the naval force
  3. The policy expanded Athens's triremesCorrect answer
  4. Laurion silver revenue helped finance itCorrect answer

Explanation

Themistocles promoted a larger Athenian trireme fleet and directed revenue from the Laurion silver mines toward that naval expansion. Persian tribute did not finance the program, and the policy strengthened ships rather than replacing them with cavalry.

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