History The Persian Empire MCQ Test 4

1. Who succeeded Darius I as the ruler of the Persian Empire?

2. Which Persian king is known for his failed expedition against the Scythians?

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

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

5. Which battle marked the end of the Persian Wars, confirming Greek independence?

6. What was the primary language used for royal inscriptions and administrative purposes in the Persian Empire?

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

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

9. Who is credited with the construction of the Persepolis complex?

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

11. Who was the Persian satrap of Lydia known for his legendary wealth, as described by Herodotus?

12. Which Persian king initiated the construction of the Royal Road, connecting the vast territories of the empire?

13. Which ancient city served as the ceremonial capital of the Achaemenid Empire?

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

15. Which Persian king was overthrown by Bessus, leading to his death at the hands of Alexander the Great?

16. Which ancient historian described the Persian Empire as 'the most powerful empire of the world' during its zenith?

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

18. Who is credited with the initial establishment of the Persian Empire?

19. Which Persian king attempted an ill-fated invasion of Greece, facing defeats at both Salamis and Plataea?

20. Which Persian ruler is known for the inscription that helped decipher cuneiform script?