History of Iran (Persepolis Background)

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What is the Islam word for God?

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Allah

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How many gods are there according to Islam?

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1

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Imperialism is __________.

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when a powerful nation takes control of the economy and government of a weaker nation

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How many Pillars of Islam are there?

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5

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What holy book do Muslims base their practices on?

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Qur'an

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What is the significance of Persepolis in Iranian history?

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Persepolis was the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire, symbolizing the wealth and power of the empire.

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Who founded the Achaemenid Empire?

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Cyrus the Great

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What was the primary purpose of the construction of Persepolis?

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To serve as a ceremonial capital and showcase the empire's grandeur.

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What architectural style is prominent in Persepolis?

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Achaemenid architecture, characterized by grand columns and intricate reliefs.

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What does the term 'Zoroastrianism' refer to?

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An ancient pre-Islamic religion of Iran, founded by the prophet Zoroaster.