Interesting Trivial Facts Quiz On Cyrus The Great Of Persia

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    Which of these is the why Cyrus the Great so great? 

    • He became famous by everyone he killed during the war 
    • He always starts war
    • He conquered the Medes and united the Iranian people under one ruler 
    • He married the queen of Massagetae
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Cyrus The Great is the founder of was the founder of the Achaemenid Empire, the first Persian Empire. Cyrus built his empire by first conquering the Median Empire, then the Lydian Empire, and eventually the Neo-Babylonian Empire. He is well recognized for his accomplishments in human rights, politics, and military schemes.

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  • 2. 
    Who is Cyrus's grandfather?  - ProProfs

    Who is Cyrus's grandfather? 

    • Herodotus

    • Cambyses I 

    • Cambyses II

    • Astyages

    Correct Answer
    A. Astyages
    Explanation
    Cyrus's grandfather is Astyages.

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  • 3. 
    Which of these was Cyrus religion? - ProProfs

    Which of these was Cyrus religion?

    • Greek polytheism

    • Zoroastrianism

    • Christianity 

    • None of the above 

    Correct Answer
    A. Zoroastrianism
    Explanation
    Cyrus's religion was Zoroastrianism. Zoroastrianism is an ancient Persian religion that was founded by the prophet Zoroaster. It is characterized by the belief in a single god, Ahura Mazda, and the struggle between good and evil. Cyrus the Great, the founder of the Achaemenid Empire, was known to be a follower of Zoroastrianism and played a significant role in promoting and supporting the religion during his reign.

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  • 4. 
    What is Cyrus the great commonly known as?  - ProProfs

    What is Cyrus the great commonly known as? 

    • Cyrus the king 

    • Cyrus the strong man 

    • Cyrus the man 

    • Cyrus the elder 

    Correct Answer
    A. Cyrus the elder 
    Explanation
    Cyrus the Great is commonly known as Cyrus the elder because he was the founder and first ruler of the Achaemenid Empire. He is often referred to as "the elder" to distinguish him from other historical figures named Cyrus. Cyrus the elder is known for his military conquests, his tolerance towards different cultures and religions, and his establishment of the Persian Empire as a major world power.

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  • 5. 
    Who is Cyrus's mother?  - ProProfs

    Who is Cyrus's mother? 

    • Tomyris

    • Mandane of Media 

    • Mundane of Media 

    • Perry of Media 

    Correct Answer
    A. Mandane of Media 
  • 6. 
    Who summoned the son of Harpagus, and in retribution, chopped him to pieces roasted some portions while boiling others, and tricked his adviser into eating his child during a large banquet? - ProProfs

    Who summoned the son of Harpagus, and in retribution, chopped him to pieces roasted some portions while boiling others, and tricked his adviser into eating his child during a large banquet?

    • Cyrus 

    • Cambyses I

    • Darius

    • Astyages

    Correct Answer
    A. Astyages
    Explanation
    Astyages summoned the son of Harpagus and in retribution, chopped him to pieces, roasted some portions while boiling others, and tricked his adviser into eating his child during a large banquet.

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  • 7. 
    What did the Babylonian regard Cyrus as? - ProProfs

    What did the Babylonian regard Cyrus as?

    • The great 

    • The king 

    • The liberator 

    • The god

    Correct Answer
    A. The liberator 
    Explanation
    The Babylonians regarded Cyrus as "The liberator" because he conquered Babylon and ended their captivity, allowing them to return to their homeland and rebuild their lives. Cyrus is known for his policies of religious tolerance and benevolent rule, which earned him the reputation of a liberator among the Babylonians and other conquered peoples.

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  • 8. 
    How many son does Cyrus has? - ProProfs

    How many son does Cyrus has?

    • 1

    • 5

    • 2

    • None

    Correct Answer
    A. 2
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 2 because the question asks for the number of sons Cyrus has. Since the answer options are given as numbers, we can determine that Cyrus has 2 sons.

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  • 9. 
    Who is Cyrus's father? - ProProfs

    Who is Cyrus's father?

    • Cambysess I

    • Cambyses II

    • Darius 

    • Herodotus

    Correct Answer
    A. Herodotus
  • 10. 
    How many children does Cyrus has? - ProProfs

    How many children does Cyrus has?

    • 5

    • 4

    • 2

    • 7

    Correct Answer
    A. 5

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