Question
Was King Philip wise to send the letter to the Spartans? Use details from the passage to
explain why or why not.
Answer
No, King Philip was not wise to send the letter to the Spartans. The letter contained a threat of war and the Spartans were known for their military prowess, so it was likely to provoke a hostile response. Furthermore, the Spartans had already refused to join Philip's alliance, so sending the letter was unlikely to change their minds.