What Do You Know About Leonidas I

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1. He took 300 Sparta soldiers to the battle of?

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The correct answer is Thermopylae. The Battle of Thermopylae was a significant battle in ancient Greece where King Leonidas I of Sparta led a small force of 300 Spartans, along with other Greek allies, against the massive Persian army led by King Xerxes I. Despite being vastly outnumbered, the Spartans fought bravely and held off the Persians for several days, allowing the other Greek city-states to prepare for the invasion. The battle ultimately ended in defeat for the Greeks, but it became a symbol of courage and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.

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Leonidas I was a warrior king of the Greek city-state of Sparta. He was the husband of Gorgo, the daughter of Cleomenes I of Sparta. Take a quiz... see moreand learn about him see less

2. He had held from other Greeks that formed an alliance to fight against the?

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The correct answer is Persia. The sentence suggests that the person mentioned in the question had received information or support from other Greeks who had formed an alliance to fight against Persia. This implies that Persia was the common enemy they were fighting against.

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3. Leonidas was a king of the city-state of Sparta, he was born in the year?

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Leonidas was a king of the city-state of Sparta, known for his leadership during the Battle of Thermopylae in 480 BC. Since he lived and ruled during this time, it is logical to infer that he was born around 540 BC.

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4. Leonidas was the son of the Spartan king

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Leonidas was the son of the Spartan king Anaxandrides.

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5. What is the meaning of the name Leonidas?

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The name Leonidas means "lion." In Greek, "leo" means lion and "nidas" is a common ending for names. Therefore, Leonidas can be interpreted as "lion-like" or "lion-hearted." This name is often associated with strength, courage, and leadership, as lions are considered powerful and majestic creatures.

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6. In August 480BC, Leonidas marched out of Sparta to meet Xerxes' army at?

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In August 480BC, Leonidas marched out of Sparta to meet Xerxes' army at Thermopylae. This is historically accurate as Thermopylae was the location where the famous Battle of Thermopylae took place during the Persian Wars. The Greek city-states, led by Leonidas and his Spartan warriors, attempted to defend the pass at Thermopylae against the massive Persian army led by Xerxes. This battle is well-known for the bravery and sacrifice of the Greeks, as they fought valiantly but ultimately lost the battle.

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7. He married Gorgo, the queen of Sparta, his son's name was?

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The correct answer is Pleistarchus because the question states that he married Gorgo, the queen of Sparta, implying that he was the king of Sparta. Therefore, his son would likely have a name associated with royalty or the Spartan lineage, making Pleistarchus the most fitting option.

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8. He became king when his older half-brother died, his brother name was?

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The correct answer is Cleomenes. The question states that the person became king when his older half-brother died. Therefore, the correct answer must be the name of his half-brother, which is Cleomenes.

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9. Leonidas was the Spartan king of the?

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Leonidas was the Spartan king of the 5th century. This is because he ruled during the time of the Battle of Thermopylae, which took place in 480 BC, during the Persian Wars. Leonidas led a small force of Spartans and other Greek allies against the massive Persian army, ultimately sacrificing his life in the defense of Greece. His bravery and leadership during this time have made him a legendary figure in history.

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10. How many people did the 300 kill?

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The correct answer is 20,000 Persians. This suggests that the 300 Spartans were able to kill a significant number of Persians in battle.

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He took 300 Sparta soldiers to the battle of?
He had held from other Greeks that formed an alliance to fight against...
Leonidas was a king of the city-state of Sparta, he was born in the...
Leonidas was the son of the Spartan king
What is the meaning of the name Leonidas?
In August 480BC, Leonidas marched out of Sparta to meet Xerxes' army...
He married Gorgo, the queen of Sparta, his son's name was?
He became king when his older half-brother died, his brother name was?
Leonidas was the Spartan king of the?
How many people did the 300 kill?
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