Persian Empire Flashcards

1
Q

What are the defining characteristics of the Persian Political System ?

A

Kingdom was divided into 20 provinces that had their own religion and law, but Darius govenred through provincial governors to collect taxes and to lead militarily. Sent inspectors to make sure governors remained loyal

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2
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Describe the way the Persian Emperors administrated their kingdom.

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3
Q

Identify King ______ as the one who restored order and control in the Persian Empire.

A

Darius

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4
Q

All roads lead to Rome but before them Persia had the _____

A

Royal Road

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5
Q

What were the principles of Zoroastrianism ?

A

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6
Q

What is a satrap ?

A

A provincial governor

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7
Q

What were the King’s Eyes and Ears ?

A

Inspectors sent out by King Darius to make sure the satrap’s remain loyal.

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8
Q

What was the Royal Road ?

A

x

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9
Q

Who established the Persian Empire ?

A

King Cyrus

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10
Q

The heart of the Persian Empire is modern day ______.

A

Iran

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11
Q

Explain why Cyrus was so great.

A

x

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12
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Identify ______ as Cyrus’s son and how he failed to live up to his father’s reputation.

A

Cambyses

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13
Q

How long was the Royal Road

A

x

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14
Q

The ______ and the Hittites controlled the Middle East until 1200 BCE ?

A

x

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15
Q

Who followed the Hittites ?

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The Assyrians

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