6. After its conquest by Alexander the Great, the government of the Persian Empire
A. was transformed into a democratic monarchy.
B. became a democracy.
C. was ruled by a traditional Macedonian monarchy.
[D. was maintained more or less intact.]
Right.
To determine the correct answer, we need to analyze the historical events following the conquest of the Persian Empire by Alexander the Great. Alexander's conquest of Persia took place in the 4th century BCE, during which he overthrew the Persian King Darius III and established Macedonian rule over the empire.
Option A states that the government was transformed into a democratic monarchy. However, there is no historical evidence to support the establishment of a democratic monarchy in the Persian Empire after Alexander's conquest. Therefore, we can eliminate this option.
Option B suggests that the Persian Empire became a democracy after Alexander's conquest. However, this is also incorrect as there are no records or accounts suggesting that the empire transitioned into a democratic form of government. Thus, we can eliminate this option as well.
Option C claims that the Persian Empire was ruled by a traditional Macedonian monarchy. This is partially correct, as Alexander the Great assumed control of the empire and appointed governors to administer different regions. However, referring to it as a "traditional Macedonian monarchy" may not fully capture the complexity of Alexander's rule. It is worth noting that Alexander did incorporate elements of Persian administration and culture into his rule. Nonetheless, this option is the closest to the historical reality and can be considered as a plausible answer.
Option D suggests that the government of the Persian Empire was maintained more or less intact after its conquest by Alexander the Great. This option is incorrect because Alexander's conquest marked the end of the independent Persian Empire as it had existed under its previous rulers. Alexander implemented significant changes in the administrative and ruling structures of the empire, which included appointing new governors and establishing a Macedonian presence.
Taking all of this into consideration, the most accurate choice is option C, which states that the Persian Empire was ruled by a traditional Macedonian monarchy after its conquest by Alexander the Great.