Pretest

Front

In what year did Alexander the Great become the ruler of Macedonia and Greece?

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336 B.C.E.

Front

Which city did Alexander the Great build and name after himself after conquering Egypt?

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Alexandria

Front

What was Alexander the Great’s main goal after becoming ruler of Macedonia and Greece?

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To take over the Persian Empire

Front

Arrange the following events in the correct chronological order: A) Alexander conquers Egypt, B) Alexander becomes ruler of Macedonia and Greece, C) Alexander destroys Persian forces in Asia Minor, D) Alexander wins a major battle in Syria.

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B, C, D, A

Front

Which two city-states fought in the Peloponnesian War?

Back

Athens and Sparta

Front

According to the passage, why did thousands of young Greeks leave Greece after the war?

Back

To join the Persian army

Front

If you were to research the effects of the Peloponnesian War, which of the following would be a good research question?
Options:
What was the weather like during the war?
How did the Peloponnesian War change the lives of ordinary Greeks?
What is the capital of Greece?
Who invented the alphabet?

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How did the Peloponnesian War change the lives of ordinary Greeks?

Front

Which of the following is a body of water shown on the map of early trade routes? Mediterranean Sea, Atlantic Ocean, Indian Ocean, Lake Victoria

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Mediterranean Sea

Front

According to the passage, what did the ancient Egyptians do with their extra food?

Back

They traded it with other regions.

Front

Which region did the ancient Egyptians trade with to the south?

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Nubia