Alexander and the Hellenistic Period

Evidence of Greek influence in Hellenistic cities was (choose 4)

• the government used Greek-like laws and Greek language

• Greek architecture was used, but made bigger

• Greek-style clothing worn by the wealthy

• Greek philosophy being followed by the wealthy

• only Greek men could be leaders of the cities

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.

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.

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 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 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.

Which ruler made Hellenistic Egypt the most powerful and successful Hellenistic kingdom?

• Philip II

• Alexander

• Cleopatra

• Ptolomy

Hellenistic is a term used to describe something that

• is Greek-like because it blends Greek culture with other cultures.

• was created by Hellen the Great

• was invented by people living in Hellena.

• has nothing to do with Greece.

What made Alexandria, Egypt, a cultural center?

• It had the remains of Alexander the Great.

• It had the best places to vacation.

• Since scholars from all over the world came to study, many different cultures were shared.

• Since Egypt could grow so many crops, it did not need to trade and interact with other cultures.