Ancient Persia

Which of the following best describes what started the Persian Wars?

• The Greek gods got angry with the Persian Empire and declared war on them.

• Greek cities in Ionia rebelled against Persian rule, and Athens and Eretria sent help. In response, King Darius invaded Greece for revenge for the Athenians' assistance in the Ionian Revolt.

• The Persian king, Darius, started a competition with the Greeks to see who could build the best temples, but the Greeks lost and Darius invaded Greece.

• The Persians wanted to invade Greece because they were jealous of Greek art and culture.

Which ancient Persian innovation significantly contributed to the field of hydraulics?

• Qanat system

• Archimedes' screw

• Roman aqueducts

• Noria water wheel

What was the primary purpose of the ancient Persian qanat system?

• To transport goods across the empire

• To provide a reliable water supply in arid regions

• To generate electricity

• To irrigate rice paddies

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Which ancient Persian empire is known for its advancements in astronomy?

• Achaemenid Empire

• Sassanian Empire

• Parthian Empire

• Median Empire

What was the significance of the Persian Royal Road in terms of scientific development?

• It facilitated the spread of scientific knowledge across the empire

• It was used to conduct astronomical observations

• It was a site for early chemical experiments

• It was used to test early mechanical inventions

Which ancient Persian scientist is known for his work in mathematics and astronomy?

• Al-Khwarizmi

• Omar Khayyam

• Avicenna

• Al-Razi

What was the primary material used in ancient Persian construction that demonstrated advanced engineering techniques?

• Limestone

• Adobe bricks

• Marble

• Granite

Which ancient Persian practice contributed to the development of early chemistry?

• Alchemy

• Herbal medicine

• Metalworking

• Astronomy

What was the role of Zoroastrianism in the scientific advancements of ancient Persia?

• It promoted the study of astronomy and the calendar

• It discouraged scientific inquiry

• It focused solely on religious rituals

• It was unrelated to scientific progress

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Which ancient Persian city was a center for scientific and medical learning?

• Persepolis

• Susa

• Ctesiphon

• Pasargadae