WORLD CIVILIZATION

CIVILIZATION

PERSIAN

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
True or False:The Persian Empire was defeated by the Han Dynasty
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -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.

Detailed explanation-2: -On October 1, 331 BC, Alexander the Great’s army defeated the Persian army led by Darius III at the Battle of Gaugamela to complete the conquest of the mighty Persian Empire. It was an extraordinary victory achieved against a larger army.

Detailed explanation-3: -What was true of the Persian Empire? It was quick to invade regions throughout China. It was the first to defeat the powerful Greek Empire. It was the first empire to link Asia, Africa, and Europe.

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