History The Persian Empire MCQ Test 4

1. Which ancient city was the primary religious center of the Zoroastrian faith during the Achaemenid Empire?

2. Which river was central to the early growth of the Persian Empire?

3. Which region did the Persians unsuccessfully try to conquer during the Greco-Persian Wars?

4. Which city was known as the ceremonial capital of the Persian Empire?

5. Which region was the focal point of the Greco-Persian Wars, marked by major battles such as Marathon and Thermopylae?

6. What was the primary source of revenue for the Persian Empire?

7. Who authored the 'Histories,' providing one of the earliest detailed accounts of the Persian Empire?

8. Which region did the Persians aim to conquer during the Greco-Persian Wars, but faced significant resistance?

9. What was the official language of the Persian Empire?

10. Which Persian king attempted to conquer Egypt but faced significant challenges, leading to a revolt?

11. Which city was the administrative center of the Seleucid Empire after Alexander the Great's conquest of Persia?

12. Which Persian king is credited with initiating the construction of the Persepolis complex, a grand ceremonial capital?

13. Which Greek city-state played a central role in resisting the Persian invasions?

14. Which Persian king is known for issuing a decree, now known as the 'Magna Carta of Ancient Egypt,' promoting religious tolerance?

15. Which Persian king initiated the construction of the Royal Road, facilitating communication across the empire?

16. Who led the Persian forces during the Battle of Gaugamela, the decisive battle against Alexander the Great?

17. Who led the Persian forces during the Battle of Marathon?

18. Who led the Persian naval forces during the decisive Battle of Salamis against the Greeks?

19. Who was the Persian physician credited with writing one of the earliest known medical texts?

20. Who was the Persian general who led the failed expedition against the Scythians, as chronicled by Herodotus?