Persian Empire 2025

Who founded the largest empire of its time, known as the Persian Empire?

• Darius

• Cambyses

• Cyrus

• Xerxes

What role did Cambyses play in the Persian Empire?

• He was a famous general.

• He was Cyrus's son who expanded the empire.

• He was a renowned philosopher.

• He was a merchant.

What were the duties of Satraps in the Persian Empire?

• Leading the army

• Conducting religious ceremonies

• Taxation, judges, and law enforcement

• Building roads

What significant change did Cyrus introduce to Persia after conquering Lydia?

• New language

• Money Coins

• New religion

• New calendar

Who established a uniform currency for trade in Persia?

• Cyrus

• Cambyses

• Darius

• Xerxes

A common currency increased trade and wealth in Persia?

• True

• False

What were the payments made by provinces to the central government in Persia called?

• Gifts

• Donations

• Loans

• Tribute

What was the main purpose of the tribute collected in the Persian Empire?

• To fund education

• To fund infrastructure and military expansion

• To fund religious activities

• To fund art and culture

How did provinces pay tribute in the Persian Empire?

• Based on population

• Based on wealth and resources

• Based on land size

• Based on military strength

How many postal stations were there for message relay along the Royal Road?

• 50

• 75

• 111

• 150