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Why do you think Alexander adopted Persian customs included Persians in his army?
It was to make the Persians respect him that he adopted their customs and dress; he wanted them to think he was no different to the rulers they'd had in the past.
Why did Alexander get visitors in his tent?
He was respecting persian customs persians would do that
What did the Persians trade?
Persian trade was the cornerstone for cultural enhancement. Whether via internal trade or the Silk route, Persians were able to influence other people with their customs and traditions. At the same time, Persians also learned from these trading partners and nations as well.
How would you describe the Persians as rulers?
They tried to bring stability, security and prosperity to their territories, while leaving traditional customs in place.
What is the oldest written performed play?
The Persians is the oldest written performed play. It was written in 472 BCE.
What was the first play ever written?
The first play ever written was The Persians. It was written by Aeschylus in 472 BCE.
What has the author David Scott Rosenbloom written?
David Scott Rosenbloom has written: 'Aeschylus, Persians'
What perception do modern historians have of the Persians?
Because most of the records historians have about the Persians were written by Greeks, the history is very skewed (Greeks hated the Persians- they had lots of wars). It's very negatively biased.
Did the ancient Persians have a written language?
Yes. They wrote in a cuneiform script.
Why were the Persians the best rulers for the people of the empire?
The Persians were the best rulers for the empire because they were tolerant of the people they conquered. They respected their customs and religious beliefs. They encouraged unity so they built hundreds of roads making it easier to communicate with other people.
Why do you think Alexander encouraged marriages between Macedonians and Persians?
It was to make the Persians respect him that he adopted their customs and dress; he wanted them to think he was no different to the rulers they'd had in the past.
What has the author Harold N Fowler written?
Harold N. Fowler has written: 'The temple on the Acropolis burnt by the Persians'
