The Persian Empire's System of Satrapies Allowed for

question 35

Multiple Choice

The Persian Empire's system of satrapies allowed for

• A)subject peoples to play a dominant role in civil administration.
• B)a sensible system of collecting tribute based on an area's productive capacity.
• C)noble offices to be filled by election rather than hereditary means.
• D)widespread corruption by the satraps, who acted without the king's knowledge.
• E)the enforcement of religious uniformity throughout the empire.

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Definitions:

Poor And Powerless

Individuals or groups lacking material wealth and the ability to influence or exert control over their circumstances or environment.

Punished Severely

Subject to harsh or strict penalties or consequences, often in response to a violation of law or rules.

Disreputable

Having a bad reputation, not respected or trusted by most people.

Actual Violence

Physical force used with the intent to harm or damage something or someone.