CIVILIZATION
PERSIAN
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Question
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Which statement best explains the successful unification of other cultures under Persian control?
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The Persians had tolerance of traditions and customs of the people they conquered
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The Persians treated the people they conquered harshly
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The Persians had a large military
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The Persians forced all peoples to practice the Persian religion
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The official religion of the Persian Empire was Zoroastrianism, which was monotheistic. Zoroastrianism began with the Persian prophet Zoroaster around 1500-1000 B.C.E. Persians allowed their conquered people to practice their own religions.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Persians divided their empire into 20 provinces that were managed by governors. In addition, they provided land to feudal lords in exchange for loyalty and guarantees of soldiers for the Persian army. Most of the people in the empire, including average Persians, simply remained struggling farmers or craftspeople.
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