Herodotus: The Histories•Grade 7•dialectic Stage
The Battle of Marathon
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Comprehension
Explains why the Persians came: to punish Athens for supporting the Ionian revolt
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Cause & Consequence
Explains why Persians thought the Athenians mad to charge: no cavalry, no archers
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Meaning
Discusses the importance of Miltiades' decision to fight rather than wait
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Defense
Explains why the counterargument has merit
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