When considering Herodotus's account of the Ionian Revolt, it is important to consider not only what he recounts but also the arguments that underlie

it$.$ Analyze Herodotus's account of Hecataios's argument before the revolt began $(5\mathrm{.}36)$ and his comments on the Athenians' decision to support the

Ionians $(5\mathrm{.}97)-$and consider what Herodotus's language reveals about his attitude toward the revolt and the involvement of the Athenians.

True or False: Considering Herodotus's language in these two passages, it is reasonable to conclude that he believed the Ionian Revolt was a smart

choice for the Ionians.

True

False