Flashcard on the Persian Empire and the Ionian Revolt

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In which century did the Persians have the largest empire in the world?

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5th century BC

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What were Persian warriors called?

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The Immortals

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What did Persian kings allow their conquered people to keep?

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Their language, religions, and laws

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Why did King Darius want to invade the Greek colony of Ionia?

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To control Greek trade routes

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Which Greek city-state agreed to help the Ionians in their revolt?

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Athens

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What did the Ionians resent about Persian rule?

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Paying taxes and losing control of trade routes

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What was the outcome of the Ionian Revolt?

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The Persians easily defeated the Ionians.

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What did King Darius have a servant whisper to him daily?

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Master, remember the Athenians

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What was the significance of the Ionian Revolt?

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It was the beginning of the Persian Wars

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What was the Persian cavalry known for?

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Riding horses and shooting arrows