Persian Empire Flashcard

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What was the earliest name given to the Persians in Syrian writings?

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Parswa

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Who was the first Persian king and founder of the Achaemenid line?

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Akamenese

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What was the relationship between Cyrus the Great and Astyages?

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Grandfather and Grandson

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How did Cyrus the Great treat the Babylonians when he captured Babylon?

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He was welcomed as a liberator

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Which kingdom did the Persians conquer that was initially settled by Greek colonies? Options: Babylon, Assyria, Egypt, Lydia

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Lydia

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What significant act is Cyrus the Great known for regarding human rights?

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Abolition of slavery

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What were the three things a true Persian learned from childhood? Writing, Archery, Telling the truth, Farming, Trading, Fighting, Singing, Dancing, Cooking, Swimming, Running, Jumping

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Writing, Archery, Telling the truth

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What was the elite force of 10,000 highly trained Persian soldiers called?

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The Immortals

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What was the most luxurious and impressive city of the Persian Empire?

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Persepolis

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Who founded Zoroastrianism, the Persian religion?

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Zarathustra