Which of the following were the causes of the Peloponnesian War? Select the three correct answers. (1 point) Responses Athens was afraid of Sparta's alliance because they did not have one. Athens was afraid of Sparta's alliance because they did not have one. Sparta did not trust the Athenian democratic government. Sparta did not trust the Athenian democratic government. Athens banned trade with a member of the Peloponnesian League. Athens banned trade with a member of the Peloponnesian League. Sparta led forces that surrounded Athens. Sparta led forces that surrounded Athens. Sparta refused Athens' invitation to join the Delian League.

Answer 1

The three correct answers regarding the causes of the Peloponnesian War are:

1. Athens was afraid of Sparta's alliance because they did not have one.
2. Sparta did not trust the Athenian democratic government.
3. Athens banned trade with a member of the Peloponnesian League.

These factors contributed to the rising tensions between Athens and Sparta, ultimately leading to the outbreak of the war.