Ch. 2-3 Assyrian and Persian Empires

Front

Who ruled when Persia took over Mesopotamia?

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Cyrus the Great

Front

What did the rulers of Mesopotamia fight over?

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Land and resources

Front

True or false: Assyrians valued libraries.

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True

Front

What are soldiers on horseback called?

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cavalry

Front

The money used in a certain area is called...

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currency

Front

A permanent army of professional soldiers is called a...

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standing army

Front

A payment made to a higher power is called a...

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tribute

Front

This marvel of engineering was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

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The Hanging Gardens of Babylon

Front

Why was Cyrus the Great considered fair?

Back

He allowed people to practice their own customs/religion

Front

Which ruler built the Hanging Gardens of Babylon?

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Nebuchadnezzar