What year did Sennacherib become the king?
705 BC
689 BC
701 BC
681 BC
Answer
Sennacherib became the king of Assyria in 705 BC, after his father Sargon II died in battle. He was a powerful and successful ruler, who expanded the Assyrian Empire and built many impressive palaces and temples. He is also known for his ruthlessness, as he was responsible for the destruction of many cities and the deaths of thousands of people.
Sennacherib: Unraveling the Reign of the Assyrian King
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