Why was the period between 460 and 429 BCE known as the "Golden Age" of Athens? A Athens had conquered all of its neighbors and was now very rich B Coins and weapons of that era were made of gold C Art, science and philosophy flourished at that time D Most Athenians worshipped golden statues of gods and goddesses.

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Eric Underwood

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16 August, 12:47

Why was the period between 460 and 429 BCE known as the "Golden Age" of Athens? A Athens had conquered all of its neighbors and was now very rich B Coins and weapons of that era were made of gold C Art, science and philosophy flourished at that time D Most Athenians worshipped golden statues of gods and goddesses.

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Corinne Melendez · Answer 1

The period between 460 and 429 BCE was known as the "Golden Age" of Athens because (C) art, science, and philosophy flourished. This was a period of great cultural achievements in Athens and is therefore remembered as the Golden Age.