Ancient Persia and Persepolis Quiz

Who was the founder of the Achaemenid Empire?

• Darius the Great

• Xerxes

• Cyrus the Great

• Alexander the Great

Which ancient city served as the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire?

• Babylon

• Persepolis

• Susa

• Ecbatana

What was the primary script used in the Achaemenid Empire for official inscriptions?

• numeric system

• alphabet

• cunieform

• heiroglyphs

Which Persian ruler is known for his extensive building projects, including the construction of Persepolis?

• Cyrus the Great

• Darius the Great

• Xerxes

• Cambyses II

Who succeeded Darius the Great as the ruler of the Achaemenid Empire?

• Cyrus the Great

• Xerxes

• Artaxerxes I

• Cambyses II

What significant event took place in 330 BCE concerning Persepolis?

• It was founded

• It was destroyed by Alexander the Great

• It became the capital of the Achaemenid Empire

• It was rebuilt by Darius the Great

Which Persian ruler is known for his policy of tolerance towards the cultures and religions of the lands he conquered?

• Darius the Great

• Xerxes

• Cyrus the Great

• Cambyses II

What was the primary purpose of Persepolis?

• Military base

• Religious centre

• Ceremonial capital

• Trade hub

Which ruler expanded the Achaemenid Empire to its greatest extent?

• Cyrus the Great

• Darius the Great

• Xerxes

• Artaxerxes I

What is the modern-day country where the ruins of Persepolis are located?

• Iraq

• Iran

• Turkey

• Syria