Xerxes'+career

= XERXES' CAREER = Wall carving of King Darius (seated) with his son Xerxes standing behind him.

Syllabus content

 * Family background and status.
 * Succession to the kingship.
 * Administration of the Persian Empire.
 * Revolts in the empire: Egypt and Babylon.
 * Religious policy.
 * Building program in Persepolis.
 * Images and representations of Xerxes as king.
 * Foreign policy: Xerxes' role in the invasion of the Greek mainland.
 * Relationship with prominent Persians and non-Persians.
 * Manner and impact of his death.

**Maps and images**
 * Xerxes' building projects in Persepolis
 * Depictions of Xerxes

Summaries

 * Xerxes' career - packages of information

Model answers

 * Describe the family background and early career of Xerxes
 * Describe how Xerxes became king
 * Describe how Xerxes dealt with revolts in the Persian Empire
 * How did Xerxes administer his empire?
 * Evaluate the building program of Xerxes
 * Describe the representations of Xerxes in the ancient sources
 * Describe Xerxes’ relationship with Persians and non-Persians
 * Why did Xerxes invade Greece?
 * Evaluate the foreign policy of Xerxes
 * Discuss Xerxes' military achievements
 * Evaluate Xerxes’ attempts to expand the Persian Empire