The primary reason Persia went to war with Athens in 490 B.C. was that Persia wanted to expand its empire. The specific context for this conflict was the support that Athens and other Greek city-states had provided to the Ionian Revolt against Persian rule. After suppressing the revolt, Darius I of Persia sought to punish Athens for its interference and to demonstrate Persian power in the region. Thus, the correct answer from your options is: Persia wanted to expand its empire.
Why did Persia go to war with Athens in 490 B.C
Athenian traders attacked Persian ships
Athens interfered in Persian affairs
Persia wanted to expand it’s empire
Persia tried to regain stolen land
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