Social Studies Worksheet · Grades 6–8
Ancient Persia Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 6-8 on ancient Persia. Students learn about the Persian Empire under Cyrus the Great and Darius, including the Royal Road and Persepolis, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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Subject
Social Studies
Grades
Grades 6–8
Skill Focus
Ancient Persia, world history
Lesson Length
30 minutes
Lesson Overview
About this worksheet
Ancient Persia was one of the largest empires of the ancient world, founded by Cyrus the Great and organized by Darius. This worksheet teaches the key terms – tolerance, the Royal Road, Persepolis, and satrap.
The reference box and Section A are on page 1. The reference box defines the key terms. Section A has eight clues to match to the correct term. Section B on page 2 has four short-response questions.
Page 3 is a complete answer key with answers for every item. The worksheet pairs well with the Ancient Greece and Ancient Mesopotamia worksheets.
How to Use This Lesson
Read the reference box and review the key terms.
Match each clue to its term in Section A on page 1.
Answer the four short-response questions in Section B on page 2.
Use the answer key on page 3 for self-check.
Pair with the Ancient Greece Worksheet for a neighboring civilization.
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Ancient Persia Worksheet
A printable social studies worksheet for grades 6-8 on ancient Persia. Students learn about the Persian Empire under Cyrus the Great and Darius, including the Royal Road and Persepolis, match eight clues, then answer four questions. A complete answer key is included.
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