CIVILIZATION
PERSIAN
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Question
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The Persian Empire stopped trying to conquer Greece because ____
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Persia thought Greece was not powerful enough to conquer
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The Persian Empire weakened and it’s army was not strong enough to defeat Greece
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They grew tired of losing battles with Greece
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The Persian Empire ended when it was invaded by outsiders
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The longer spears and heavier armour of the bronze-clad Greek infantry prevailed over the Persians with their short spears, wicker shields, and padded clothing. The rout was complete. According to Herodotus, the Greeks lost 192 soldiers, the Persians 6, 400.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Persian Empire entered a period of decline after a failed invasion of Greece by Xerxes I in 480 BC. The costly defense of Persia’s lands depleted the empire’s funds, leading to heavier taxation among Persia’s subjects.
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