1. Which of these groups generally made up the crew of a Greek triremes?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Correct. The answer is d. Crews were generally made up of free men who earned good wages, although cities sometimes used slaves if not enough free men were available.
Incorrect. The answer is d. Crews were generally made up of free men who earned good wages, although cities sometimes used slaves if not enough free men were available.
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2. How many men were usually in the trireme’s crew?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Correct. The answer is c. Crews were usually comprised of 186 rowers, 14 soldiers, and a steersman.
Incorrect. The answer is c. Crews were usually comprised of 186 rowers, 14 soldiers, and a steersman.
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3. Triremes were designed
A.
B.
C.
D.
Correct. The answer is a. In battle, crews gained as much speed as possible in preparation for ramming enemy ships.
Incorrect. The answer is a. In battle, crews gained as much speed as possible in preparation for ramming enemy ships.