Persia, Under the Rule of Darius, Was Divided into 20

question 71

Multiple Choice

Persia, under the rule of Darius, was divided into 20 provinces and administered by:

• A) direct control from the king.
• B) utilizing native rulers loyal to the king.
• C) satraps or hereditary provincial governors.
• D) large occupying armies and harsh discipline.
• E) boyars, or a priestly class.

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Definitions:

Orbicularis Oris

A complex of muscles in the lips that encircles the mouth, controlling the movements involved in lip closure, puckering, and speech.

Puckering

The formation of small wrinkles or folds in a surface, often caused by contraction, shrinking, or gathering, particularly in skin or fabric.

Elevate Jaw

The action of raising the lower jaw or mandible, an action involved in facial expressions and chewing.

Close Mouth

The action of bringing the jaws together to bring the mouth into a position where it is not open.