When reading the Corinthian speech at Lacedaemon, which practice best preserves attribution?

Answer & explanation

Distinguish the Corinthians' persuasive accusations from Thucydides' own judgments.

The Corinthians address allies with a political objective, so their contrast between Athenian activity and Spartan delay is persuasive framing. Thucydides represents the argument within a debate. Identifying speaker and audience helps interpret its claims.