The Weakening of the Persian Empire Was Largely Attributed to

question 5

Multiple Choice

The weakening of the Persian Empire was largely attributed to

• A)a corrupt system of satraps that was never closely monitored by the king.
• B)the constant erosion and diminishment of its standing army.
• C)the kings' hoarding of wealth and over-taxation of their subjects.
• D)a lack of communication due to its vast size.
• E)earthquakes and volcanic eruptions.

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