Module 9 Hellenistic Greece

Which of the following statements describes the status of Hellenistic women?

• They wrote comedic poetry and developed new architectural styles.

• They could own property, run businesses, and be educated.

• They served in the military and fought in major battles.

• They could vote, hold political office, and be judges.

How did Alexander the Great encourage the spread of Greek culture throughout his empire?

• He encouraged conquered people to visit Greece and learn about its culture.

• He forced conquered people to live like Greeks.

• He founded new Greek-like cities and blended Greek culture with local cultures.

Choose one characteristic of the Hellenistic Period.

• The spread of Greek language and culture to other cultures.

• The creation of the agora.

• The end to trade.

• The isolation of Greece from other cultures.

The division of Alexander the Great's Empire was caused by:

• Alexander sharing control of the empire with his brothers.

• Natural disasters that divided the empire.

• Rebel groups that broke away.

• Alexander dying with no successor.

Which of these areas was not part of the Hellenistic world?

• Egypt
• Greece
• Southwest Asia
• China

Alexandria, the Greek capital of Egypt, was most famous among scholars for its

• Theaters

• Trade

• Library

• Architecture

Which of the following is NOT true about a phalanx?

• A group of soldiers rode horses and used a bow and arrows to defend their formation.

• A group of soldiers stood close together in lines.

• Soldiers carried long spears.

• Soldiers were in a square formation.

Which of the following is NOT true about Alexander the Great?

• He was the son of Phillip II

• He took control of Persia

• He created a new blended culture called Hellenistic.

• He was the elected leader of Macedonia

Which is NOT an accurate statement about Philip II?

• King of Macedonia who created a strong military by uniting the Macedonians

• Conqueror of Greece

• Created the League of Corinth to unify Macedonia and Greece

• Conqueror of Egypt and Persia

Which is NOT a true statement about Alexander the Great?

• Macedonian conqueror of Egypt, Persia, and parts of south-western Asia

• Refused to accept other cultures and punished those who adopted local culture.

• Created a large, Hellenistic empire

• Allowed conquered areas to keep their cultures while introducing them to Greek culture.