Alexander's Conquests in India

What geographical feature did Alexander follow to enter the Indus River Valley?

• The Himalayas

• The Hindu Kush

• The Thar Desert

• The Ganges River

What was unique about the Nanda Empire's military that Alexander encountered?

• They used advanced firearms

• They had a fleet of ships

• They had flying machines

• They had a large number of war elephants

How did Alexander initially plan to confront the Indian war elephants?

• By setting traps

• By charging directly at them

• By negotiating peace

• By using archers

What personal loss did Alexander suffer during the battle with King Porus?

• His horse, Bucephalus

• His general

• His brother

• His crown

What did Alexander do with King Porus after defeating him?

• Sent him back to Greece

• Made him a regent to govern over the territory

• Imprisoned him

• Executed him

What does Alexander's treatment of King Porus reveal about his leadership style?

• He always sought revenge

• He never trusted former enemies

• He valued bravery and made allies of worthy foes

• He was ruthless to all enemies

What realization did Alexander's conquests bring about the world?

• The world was flat

• The world was uninhabited

• The world was much larger than previously thought

• The world was smaller than expected

Why did Alexander's troops become mutinous & refuse to go any farther at the Hyphasis River?

• They were out of supplies

• They feared the unknown

• They were tired of endless marching & fighting

• They wanted to conquer more lands

What ultimately stopped Alexander's campaign in India?

• Defeat by an enemy

• A natural disaster

• A lack of resources

• His soldiers' refusal to continue

Do you think Alexander was a hero or a villain? Explain your choice.