What was a long-term effect of the expansion of the Assyrian Empire on society?

The establishment of Jewish diasporic communities as a long-term effect of the expansion of the Assyrian Empire can be understood through the historical context of the Assyrian conquests. The Assyrian Empire, known for its military might and brutal policies, frequently engaged in the deportation of conquered peoples. This authoritarian approach often led to the displacement of various ethnic groups, including the Israelites from the Kingdom of Israel, which resulted in the scattering of Jewish populations across different regions.

As these communities were forced out of their homeland, they established diasporic communities in various parts of the Assyrian Empire and beyond, which would later contribute significantly to the cultural and religious development of Judaism. This dispersion allowed for the exchange of ideas and practices, influencing both Jewish identity and the societies in which these communities settled.

In contrast, the other options do not accurately reflect the consequences of the Assyrian expansion. Increased agricultural production and heightened silk trade may occur in other contexts but were not direct outcomes of Assyrian imperial policies. The rise of monarchical power is a more general phenomenon associated with many empires throughout history, rather than a specific, long-term effect of the Assyrian Empire's expansion. Thus, the establishment of Jewish dias