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About how far is it from the farthest east to farthest west of Alexander's conquests?: About 3000 miles.
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Based on the map, on which continents did Alexander make conquests?: Europe, Asia, and Africa.
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Did Alexander's empire continue to grow after his death? Explain: After he died, his empire was divided among 3 generals but the Hellenistic culture still expanded.
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Do ou think Alexander was a good leader? Explain.: Yes, he knew how to take great charge when facing a larger army. He ordered his army to attack the Persians. He conquered!
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Give two reasons that explain why Alexander has been called "Alexander the Great"?: Alexander conquered a vast empire and spread Greek culture to the conquered lands.
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How did Alexander become king of Macedonia?: His father died.
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How did Alexander display his leadership?: He defeated the persians in 334 BC by charging instead of retreating.
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How did Alexander's leadership affect the size of his empire?: It allowed him to expand his empire on three continents.
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How did the Hellenistic culture affect Greek civilization?: It brought Greek civilizations to many lands and influenced laws, architecture, and the works read by many young people.
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How do modern doctors honor the father of medicine?: When they become doctors, they make a promise to heal, which is called the Hippocratic Oath. It is named after Hippocrates.
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What dity di Alexander the Great found in Egypt?: Alexandria
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What effect did Alexander the Great have on Greek culture?: Alexander spread Greek culture through Asia.
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What is one reason why Egypt became a great center of learning?: Egypt's large and diverse population valued learning and combined knowledge from many different cultures.
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What responsibilities did citizens of Athens have?: Defend the city, participate in the government.
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When did Persia begin its rule over Egypt?: About 532 B.C..
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Which army did Alexander defeat before heading eastward?: The Persian army/empire.
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Which occured earlier: the beginning of democracy in Greece, or the death of Alexander the Great?: The beginning of democracy in Greece.
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Who were some of the great philosophers of Athens during its Golden Age?: Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle
