Alexander and the Hellenistic World

Which of the following was most important to Macedonia’s conquest of Greece?

• Macedonia’s monarchy

• the power of Persia

• new military technologies

• Alexander’s ambition

What gave Alexandria its importance in the ancient world?

• its founding and naming by Alexander

• its place as the capital of Egypt under the Ptolemy kings

• its ability to attract brilliant Greek writers and thinkers

• its place as a meeting point between Africa, Asia, and Europe

What was the most important lasting impact of Alexander’s conquests?

• the spread of Greek ideas around the ancient world

• the creation of a new empire

• the division of the empire among his generals

• Macedonian domination of Greece

Why was the Great Library of Alexandria important?

• It allowed residents of the city to borrow books for free.

• It attracted brilliant scholars from around the ancient world.

• It demonstrated the wealth of Egypt under the Ptolemies.

• It reflected the dominance of Hellenistic culture.

What is the most probable reason why Alexandria attracted great scientists and mathematicians?

• The wealth of Egypt funded their work.

• Its location on the Mediterranean made it easy to reach.

• Egyptians led the ancient world in math and science.

• The Great Library made it a center of learning.