who is Xerces brother?
Artobazanes
and his dad?
Darius
what did he inform his brother?
their father's death
and?
his intention to assume the crown
did he send him anything?
presents
why?
to evince a friendly regard
had Darius decided who would take over before he died?
wyes
where was Xerxes when he died?
on the spot
did he take responsibility right away?
yes
was his brother there?
no
had Xerxes already decide to take the throne according to the message?
yes
what would he do with his brother if he decided?
give his brother second rank
what would this mean?
make him second to Xerxes in office and honor
were questions asked after Darius died?
yes