Which of the following is an accurate comparison of the Kingdom of Israel and the Persian Epire A: Both civilizations were conquerors, but the Persians had a stronger religious focus than the Israelites.
B: Both civilizations frequently enslaved their conquered peoples, but the Israelites were more apt to give them freedom.
C: Both civilizations traded extensively in the Mediterranean Sea, but the Persians established more colonies along the Mediterranean coast.
D: Both civilizations were ruled by kings, but the Israelites were more focused on trade while the Persians were more focused on empire-building.