Studies Weekly Week 12 Alexander the Great

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What famous philosopher was once a teacher to Alexander the Great?

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Aristotle

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What is the appropriate term for "Greek-Like" and a time when many other tried to copy the Greeks?

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Hellenistic

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Why did Alexander the Great treat his enemies harshly?

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To show them that, despite his age, he was serious and not to be underestimated.

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How old was the stone wall in Greece believed to be?

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More than 23,000 years old

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What scientific technique does Zacharias use to carefully study and analyze ancient human materials?

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Radiocarbon dating

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What is believed to be the purpose of the wall?

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They did it to serve as a shelter, to block out the harsh weather conditions of a chilly time.

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According to the article, what does it argue was Alexander's greatest legacy?

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His sharing of Greek culture with all he met.

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What do you think was the reason for the Macedonians trying to rebel against Alexander? Options: The Persians had told them to do so, Alexander's father wanted to test him, The Macedonians thought they could take advantage of his fathers absence., Alexander renamed the city in his honor the same day his father died.

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The Macedonians thought they could take advantage of his fathers absence.

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Why do you think Alexander's empire split apart after his death?

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The generals who took over after him were not as effective as a leader as Alexander the Great was.

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Where was Aristotle born?

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Stagira, Macedonia