Question

What was a major result in the Persian wars?

A. Athens rose to great power and prosperity.
B. Persia defeated the Greeks and controlled the Mediterranean.
C. Sparta and Athens lost their power and influence.
D. Spartan forces took control of several Persian cities.

Answer 1

A is the answer because - Athens emerged as the leading Greek city-state The alliances that Athens would make following the retreat of the Persians, the so-called Delian League, would suddenly catapult Athens into the major power of the Greek city-states.