The Purple People 5 T3 W1

What were the Phoenicians skilled at building?

• Pyramids

• Roads

• Ships

• Temples

Which ocean did the Phoenicians reach in their travels?

• Indian Ocean

• Pacific Ocean

• Atlantic Ocean

• Arctic Ocean

What happened to Alexander the Great at age 32?

• He retired from ruling

• He died

• He conquered new lands

• He became king

Who took control after Alexander the Great's death?

• His son

• The Diadochi (his generals)

• The Persians

• The Egyptians

How many kingdoms did Cyrus the Great organize Phoenicia into?

• Three

• Four

• Five

• Six

What did the Phoenicians learn from their neighbors?

• Shipbuilding

• Metalwork

• Writing

• Purple dye making

Why were the Phoenicians also known as "Sea People"?

• They lived underwater

• They were adventurous sailors

• They worshipped sea gods

• They only ate seafood

What was unique about Phoenician government?

• It was a democracy

• It had no central government

• It was ruled by one king

• It was ruled by priests

How long did it take Alexander the Great to conquer Tyre?

• One year

• Two months

• Six months

• Three years

What role did both men and women have in Phoenician society?

• Trading

• Ruling the cities

• Making purple dye

• Raising the family