Ancient Persia | 5 MINUTES

The Persian Empire, spanning from the 6th century BCE to 1979, was a series of dynasties centered in modern-day Iran. The Achaemenid Empire, founded by Cyrus the Great, was known for its cultural tolerance and innovations like the postal service. Darius the Great expanded the empire and introduced reforms. Conflicts with Greece marked its decline. Successor empires like the Parthian and Sassanian continued its legacy. The Safavid dynasty later established Shia Islam as the state religion. The Persian Empire's legacy includes cultural integration and influence on modern Iran.

What strategy did Cyrus the Great use to maintain control over his vast empire?

• Economic sanctions

• Military conquest and suppression

• Isolationism

• Religious and cultural toleration

Which religion is believed to have influenced many other religions due to its unique features?

• Christianity

• Zoroastrianism

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

What was one of the key reforms introduced by Darius to manage the Achaemenid Empire?

• Abolishing taxes

• Building a navy

• Introducing standard currency and satraps

• Establishing a postal service

What was the outcome of the second Persian invasion of Greece?

• Persian control over Athens

• Failure and decline of the Persian Empire

• A stalemate

• Complete victory for Persia

Who conquered the Achaemenid Empire, marking its end?

• Julius Caesar

• Alexander the Great

• Genghis Khan

• Napoleon Bonaparte

Which empire rose to power after the fall of the Parthian Empire?

• Byzantine Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Roman Empire

• Sassanian Empire

What significant change did the Safavid dynasty bring to Iran?

• Introduction of democracy

• Setting Shia Islam as the official religion

• Establishment of a republic

• Adoption of Sunni Islam