Lesson 3: Assyrian and Persian Empires

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A cavalry is made up of...

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soldiers who ride horses

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Who were the Immortals?

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an elite group of the Persian standing army

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How did Darius govern over the vast Persian Empire?

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He divided the empire into provinces and appointed leader for each province.

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What was tribute?

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a payment made to show loyalty to a stronger power

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What is a stele?

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a carved stone slab or pillar

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Cavalry is

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soldiers who fight while riding horses

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Standing army is

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a permanent army of professional soldiers

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A tribute is

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payment or gift to a stronger power

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What is currency?

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money, something used for exchange

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What is a stele?

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grand stone pillar