Classical Empires- Persia

Open Ended

If you were the ruler of these empire, what challenges would you face ruling such a vast and diverse area?

Multiple Choice

Why do you think the Classical Era is considered significant in world history?

• Because it was a time of technological stagnation

• Because it marked the end of ancient civilizations

• Because it set standards in art, music, and literature that still influence us today

• Because it was a period of isolation for most societies

Multiple Choice

What factors contributed to the rise of Persia as a major civilization?

• Geographic location and access to trade routes

• Strong leadership under Cyrus the Great

• Development of advanced technology

• Isolation from neighboring civilizations

Poll

Cyrus the Great let conquered people keep their religions and customs. If you were a ruler, would you do the same?

• Yes — people are more loyal if you respect their beliefs

• No — conquered people should follow the ruler’s religion and culture

• Maybe — it depends on whether the people are peaceful or rebellious

​Persian Empire Royal Road

Open Ended

Explain how the Persian Empire managed to control such a vast territory and maintain unity among its provinces.

Multiple Choice

Who unified the Persian Empire by building a network of public roads and introducing a uniform set of weights and measures?

• Darius

• Cyrus the Great

• Alexander the Great

• Xerxes

Multiple Choice

What was the main teaching of Zoroastrianism introduced by Zoroaster?

• There were two gods: one of good and one of evil

• There were many gods for different aspects of life

• The king was considered a god

• The afterlife did not exist

Open Ended

Discuss the impact of the Persian road system on trade and communication within the empire.

Multiple Select

Which of the following were accomplishments of the Persian Empire under Darius?

• Encouraging the use of coins

• Building hundreds of miles of roads

• Establishing a postal service

• Inventing the wheel