Persian Empire
When was the fall of the Persian Empire and how long was it around?
330 BCE. It lasted for 200 years.
Darius built these to help connect the empire
Roads
Religious reformer who introduced the idea of monotheism in a time of polytheistic beliefs.
Zoroaster
Root word for "movement, motion, activity"
Type of law which deals with offenses against society
Criminal law
Official name of the Persian Empire
Achaemenid Empire
He conquered Mesopotamia, Babylon, and parts of Asia Minor
Cyrus the Great
What is one thing our principal says every morning on the announcements?
(IDs/phones/song of the day/tell the people you love…life is short…etc.).
Main religion of the Persian Empire
Zoroastrianism
This is based on trading good and services directly
Barter Economy
Where is Ms. Clawson’s cabin?
Strawberry
When Mr. Chad is being serious about something, what does he usually tell you?
Don't play
One of the most powerful and influential kings of ancient Babylon.
Nebuchadnezzar
The Persian Empire was known for this
Strong government and tolerance
Concerned with private rights and remedies. Legal system dealing with non-criminal disputes.
Civil law
Provinces with their own governor, making laws and collecting taxes were called
Satrapies
This made Cyrus a smart and fair ruler
Let people keep their customs and religions
Zoroastrianism teaches this
-That there is one supreme god: Ahura Mazda
-Good thoughts, good words, good deeds, Good/Evil, Free Will
What does Daniel do for Nebuchadnezzar in his court?
Interpret Dreams
A system where currency is used for transactions
Money economy
The land of Persia is now called this
Iran
Who conquered and took over the Persian Empire?
Alexander the Great
This person was known for the expansion and beautification of Babylon.
Nebuchadnezzar
Why was Persepolis beautiful
They used stone and gold in their beautiful cities and palaces, created detailed artwork, and was filled with columns, carvings, and statues.
A system of managing government through departments
Bureaucracy