Greek Culture Chapter 8 Lessons 3 and 4

Under whose rule did Macedonia become a superpower?

• Aristotle

• Xerxes

• Darius III

• Demosthenes

• Philip II

Did Philip II of Macedonia destroy the Persian Empire after uniting the Greek city-states under his rule?

• True

• False

• Not mentioned

• Partially true

What significant action did the Macedonians take in the 300s B.C. regarding Greece?

• Influenced the Greeks.

• Fell under the rule of Greece.

• Made a deal with the Greeks.

• Conquered Greece.

What is NOT true about Philip II?

• Philip expanded the territory of Macedonia to three different continents.

• Philip formed a skilled and powerful Macedonian army.

• As a young man, Philip had lived in Greece.

• Philip admired and was influenced by Greek culture and military skill.

• Philip defeated some Greek city-states in battle and bribed the leaders of other city-states to surrender.

Who likely said these words: "Remember only that Philip is our enemy, that he has long been robbing and insulting us..."?

• A. Aristotle

• B. Eratosthenes

• C. Pythagoras

• D. Alexander the Great

• E. Demosthenes

Why do empires usually fall apart?

• All of the above

• There is internal fighting

• Civil war breaks out

• Generals start to fight each other

• Smaller groups start to fight one another which weakens the empire

Alexander the Great and Darius III were historically significant figures. What was their relationship during their lifetimes?

• They were allies

• Both ruled vast empires

• They were lifelong friends

• They were main rivals

• They were arch enemies

What was the name of the horse that Alexander of Macedonia tamed according to the legend?

• Pegasus

• Bucephalus

• Arion

• Rocinante

How did Alexander manage to tame the horse Bucephalus?

• By feeding it special treats

• By using a magical saddle

• By speaking soothingly and turning its head toward the sun

• By riding it through fire

What was King Philip II's reaction after Alexander tamed Bucephalus?

• He was angry that Alexander risked his life

• He was indifferent and unimpressed

• He was so impressed that he told Alexander to seek a kingdom equal to his worth

• He punished Alexander for disobeying him