Neo-Assyrian and Persian Empires Overview

False (B)

meritocratic

<p>Harsh warfare and brutal exploitation of subjects</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Land of Ashur = Area between Zagros Mountains and Euphrates River, considered the core of the empire Land under the Yoke of Ashur = Tributary state outside of Assyria proper, subject to tribute payments Deportation = Used to create a large labor force and incorporate conquered peoples Forced Labor = Essential for constructing infrastructure and supporting the empire's military</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Promoting equality among all citizens (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The empire's vast territory required constant occupation by armies and heavy reliance on a relentless propaganda machine. This created a strain on resources and led to discontent among the nobility, ultimately contributing to its collapse.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>612</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Military elites = Controlled land and peasants, forming a noble class Peasants = Worked the fields of the elites Enslaved people acquired in conquest = Had no rights Enslaved people because of debt = Had rights to marry free partners, engage in financial transactions, and own property King = Sole agent of the god Ashur, topping the hierarchical structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Persian Empire focused on diplomacy and mutual benefit. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>For resources and trade routes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Neo-Babylonians, Neo-Assyrians</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Imposing Persian customs on all conquered peoples (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cyrus the Great = United Persian tribes and conquered the Lydians, Greeks, and Babylonians Darius I = Put the empire on solid footing, suppressed revolts, and conquered territories between the Indus River and the Mediterranean Zoroaster = Developed religious teachings written down in the Avesta, which became the religion of the Persian Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aramaic</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ahriman (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Divine Right</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>artisans</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Royal Roads = Connected Anatolia, Iran, and South Asia, facilitating trade and communication Canal linking Red Sea to Nile River = Aimed to connect the Red Sea to the Nile River, enhancing trade and transportation Qanats = Underground tunnels for water, providing access to water resources in arid regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Simple and austere construction (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Visual propaganda</p> Signup and view all the answers

An empire in Southwest Asia existing from 911 to 612 BCE known for military control and brutal governance.

Empire existing from 560 to 331 BCE that assimilated conquered peoples and embraced their cultures.

A system where officials are chosen based on merit and professional military skills.

Relocation of conquered peoples as a strategy to create a labor force for military and state needs.

The core part of the Neo-Assyrian Empire, governed by the King's appointees for religious and state needs.

Coerced work from deported subjects, crucial for the empire’s economic and military functioning.

Advanced strategies and technologies employed by the Neo-Assyrian military to dominate regions.

A region outside of Assyria required to pay tribute, serving as a source of wealth for the empire.

A push for expansion and justification of inequality, endorsed by the national god Ashur.

The national god of the Assyrians, who commanded their imperial expansion.

A structure with the king on top, followed by military elites, nobles, and peasants.

A society where men hold primary power and women have limited control over their lives.

Internal conflict among nobles that contributed to the decline of the Neo-Assyrian Empire.

The event in 612 BCE marking the collapse of the Neo-Assyrian Empire.

Rights of debt slaves to marry, transact, and own property, unlike conquered slaves.

Women in Neo-Assyria had strict roles with limited power, often veiled and controlled by male relatives.

The founder of the Persian Empire who united tribes and defeated various populations for resources.

A governor of a provinces (satrapy) in the Persian Empire, responsible for local administration and tribute collection.

An inscription by Darius I that recorded his achievements and affirmed his rule over the empire.

The religion founded on the teachings of Zoroaster, combining regional beliefs into a formal system prevalent in the Persian Empire.

Provinces in the Persian Empire, each governed by a satrap.

Uniform system of money established by the Persian Empire to facilitate trade across its vast territories.

Aramaic became the official language of the Persian Empire, used across its diverse regions.

The supreme god in Zoroastrianism who represents all that is good.

The adversary of Ahura Mazda, representing deceit and evil.

Belief that humans can choose between good and evil.

System where kings had absolute authority, believed to be chosen by Ahura Mazda.

Divided into four groups: rulers, administrators, artisans, and peasants.

1,600 miles of roads connecting the Persian Empire for trade and communication.

The grand palace of the Persian Empire, symbolizing power and propaganda.