The "Classical Era" in the West

What was the official religion of the Persian Empire under Cyrus the Great?

• Zoroastrianism

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

Which Greek city-state was known for its military society?

• Sparta

• Athens

• Corinth

• Thebes

What form of government did Athens create?

• Democracy

• Monarchy

• Oligarchy

• Theocracy

Who among the following was not a Greek philosopher?

• Socrates

• Plato

• Aristotle

• Cicero

What was the purpose of the Twelve Tables in Roman society?

• To establish ideas about equality and fairness

• To create a military code

• To outline religious practices

• To define trade regulations

What was the Pax Romana?

• A long period of peace under the Roman Empire

• A series of wars between Rome and Carthage

• A treaty between Rome and Greece

• A religious festival in ancient Rome

What were the two main social classes in Roman society?

• Patricians and Plebeians

• Nobles and Serfs

• Knights and Peasants

• Brahmins and Kshatriyas