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Question 60

Which statements accurately describe the scope of Herodotus's Histories? Select all that apply.

  1. It consists only of a list of Athenian laws
  2. It investigates conflicts between Greeks and PersiansCorrect answer
  3. It is the collection of dialogues written by Plato
  4. It describes the customs and geography of many peoplesCorrect answer

Explanation

Herodotus investigates conflict between Greeks and Persians while ranging widely over the customs and geography of many peoples. Reducing the work to Athenian statutes or confusing it with philosophical dialogues misses both its historical subject and broad descriptive reach.

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