Persian Chapter Test

Front

Who were the nomadic tribes that settled in an area now known as Iran?

Back

Persians

Front

Who led the Persians in a rebellion against the Medes?

Back

Cyrus II

Front

Which civilization was rich in silver and gold that the armies advanced toward?

Back

Lydia

Front

What body of water did the Medes and Persians settle south of?

Back

Caspian Sea

Front

What type of terrain promoted the development of a strong cavalry in Persia?

Back

Mountainous

Front

Who began the Achaemenid period in Persia?

Back

Cyrus

Front

Where was Cyrus buried? Options: Babylon, Pasargadae, Susa, Persepolis

Back

Pasargadae

Front

Which country did Cambyses successfully conquer?

Back

Egypt

Front

What was Darius I known as due to his long and successful reign?

Back

Darius the Great

Front

What was the longest road built by Darius called?

Back

Royal Road