Question

multiple choice question
how did the athenians defeat the persians?
they surprised the persians by attacking in the dark.
they were supported by troops from the city - states in asia minor that they had helped.
they attacked the persian ships and crushed the persian navy.
they attacked the persian foot soldiers once the cavalry had returned to their ships.

Explanation:

In the Greco - Persian Wars, at the Battle of Salamis, the Athenians played a key role in the Greek naval victory over the Persians by attacking Persian ships and crushing their navy. This naval victory was crucial in turning the tide against the Persian invasion.

Answer:

They attacked the Persian ships and crushed the Persian navy.