Question

What does not describe Pericles?

A . a leader who helped spread democracy

B. a sponsor of building projects in Athens and a supporter of the arts

C. An Athenian General elected to oversee the city’s defenses

D. A ruthless leader ostracized by the citizens of Athens

Answer 1

The answer is letter D.

Explanation: Pericles was born in one of the noblest families of Athens, the Alcmeônidas. He had a strong character, was sober, incorruptible and reserved. Was elected a quarterback without interruption, from 443 BC to 429 BC. He had a great ancestry over the city of Athens.

His authority was great, and the period of his rule was known as the Pericles Era. The historian Thucydides states under Pericles' leadership Athens, though a democracy, was directed by the best citizen.