The Persian Empire

Cyrus II successfully revolted against which group?

• The Medes

• The Athenians

• The Mongols

• The Spartans

The Persians organized smaller units of government territories called?

• States

• Regions

• Satrapies

• Gorlongs

Which of the following was part of the territory that Cyrus claimed for the Persian Empire?

• Egypt and India

• Kush Valley and Nubia

• Anatolian Peninsula and Babylon

• Michigan and Wisconsin

What term best characterizes Cyrus?

• Ruthless

• Power Hungry

• Somewhat fair

• Weak

Cyrus helped the Hebrews rebuild their temple at what famous city?

• Alexandria

• Bagdad

• Irael

• Jerusalem

Which group was know as the King's eyes and ears?

• Generals

• Investigators

• Inspectors

• Satrapies

Which adjective best describes the Persian Empire?

• Relatively Small

• Diverse

• Homogeneous

• Romans

Which of the following did Persia conquer?

• Babylon

• Alexandria

• Rome

• Sparta

Which religion did most Persians follow?

• The Greek Gods

• Polytheism

• Christianity

• Zoroastrianism

Who took over after Cyrus' death?

• Alexander

• Cambyses

• Darius

• Pharaoh