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Question 47

What was the Delian League's original purpose after the Persian invasion?

  1. To restore Persian rule over Aegean Greeks
  2. To continue anti-Persian operations under Athenian leadershipCorrect answer
  3. To create a Spartan coalition against Athens
  4. To conquer every territory of the Persian Empire

Explanation

Under Athenian leadership, the league continued operations against Persia and aimed to protect participating Greek communities. It did not begin as a Persian organization or as a Spartan alliance directed against Athens.

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