Assyrian Empire
What type of military units helped make the Assyrian army powerful and fast?
Cavalry and chariots
What item was used as money in the Persian Empire?
The Persian daric
What did both the Assyrian and Persian Empires use to expand and protect their territories?
Organized armies
What is a standing army?
A permanent military force ready to fight
Who were the Persian 10,000 Immortals?
An elite group of Persian soldiers
Which empire is best known for military conquest and intimidation?
The Assyrian Empire
What object was often used to display written records or carved images?
A stele
Why were Persian roads important?
They helped messages, goods, and armies travel quickly
Which empire is known for using roads and local administration to manage a large empire?
The Persian Empire
How did the Assyrians use military power to grow their empire?
They used an organized army to conquer and control other lands
What was Zoroastrianism?
A religion that taught about the struggle between good and evil
What is one similarity between the Assyrian and Persian Empires?
Both used military power to expand and protect their empires
What was one characteristic that made the Assyrian Empire successful?
Its strong military, including cavalry, chariots, and a standing army
How could a Persian ruler use roads and a standing army together?
By sending soldiers and official messages quickly between provinces
What is one major difference between the Assyrian and Persian Empires?
The Assyrians were known for military conquest, while the Persians used roads and local administration to manage their empire