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12th grade history worksheet with cloze passages and discussion questions on the Delian League, Cimon, and the aftermath of the Persian Wars.
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The Persian Wars: Legacy and Aftermath—Worksheet

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This printable history worksheet for 12th graders covers the legacy and aftermath of the Persian Wars, including the formation and role of the Delian League, the influence of leaders like Cimon and Themistocles, and the rise of Athenian power. Students complete cloze passages and answer discussion questions about Greek military strategy, political alliances, and the consequences of Persian defeat. Designed as a companion to a documentary video, it works for homework, video-guided lessons, or unit review.

Subject:
Social Studies
Topic:
History
Grade Level:
12th Grade
Updated June 2026

Word Bank

  • allegiance
  • Athenians
  • booty
  • cash
  • Cimon
  • Delos
  • mercenaries
  • navy
  • Persians
  • riches
  • service
  • Sparta
  • treasury
  • Aegean
  • Callias
  • East
  • Ionian
  • league
  • Mediterranean
  • Miltiades
  • Plutarch
  • Themistocles
  • virtues
  • West

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