The Persian Empire
How did Persia become involved in the Peloponnesian Wars?
Athens had defeated Persia at the Battle of Salamis, so Persia supported Sparta.
Why did the Battle of Thermopylae become legendary?
Dozens of Spartan warriors held off the entire Persian army for three days.
Which statement best describes ancient Persian society?
It accepted many cultural practices.
What were the origins of the Persian Empire?
It began when Cyrus the Great united nomadic herding tribes.
What was an effect of the Greco-Persian Wars on the Persian Empire?
The Persian Empire began to decline.
What was a result of the Battle of Thermopylae?
The Persians burned down Athens.
What was the official language of the Persian Empire?
Aramaic
What was a contribution of Darius I?
He expanded the Persian Empire into Central Asia and Greece.
What role did Themistocles play during the Greco-Persian Wars?
He led the Athenian navy at the Battle of Salamis.
What is true about the culture of the Persian Empire?
It influenced the traditions and ways of life of many modern nations.
What is significant about the Avesta?
It is the set of Zoroaster's recorded teachings.
How did the Persians improve communication throughout their empire?
They built roads and invented a postal service.
How were women treated in the Persian Empire?
They had more power and influence than in other cultures.
How did the Persians build a strong empire?
by using a common currency
Before Xerxes I invaded Greece, what did he first need to do?
defeat revolts in Babylon and Egypt
What concept do Zoroastrians reject?
polytheism
