What was the name of the Greek philosopher who became Alexander's tutor?

The drive to become powerful, successful, or famous

How old was Alexander when he became king?

When Alexander and his men conquered Egypt, the location was renamed?

Alexander was 20 when he became ruler of Macedonia and Greece, but Philip had carefully prepared his son for the job. By age 16, Alexander was serving as a commander in the Macedonian army. He quickly won the respect of his soldiers. After Philip's death, Alexander was ready to fulfill his father's dream. He prepared to invade the Persian Empire.

How old was Alexander when he served as a commander?

334 b.c., Alexander led about 40,000 Macedonian and Greek soldiers into Asia Minor. Their goal was to defeat one of the strongest armies in the world—the Persians. Alexander's cavalry (KAV • uhl • ree), or soldiers on horseback, proved to be a stronger force. They fought a battle at Granicus, in what is today northwestern Turkey.

What animal did the cavalry use in the army?

What was the eastern edge of Alexander the Great's Empire?

What body of water marks the eastern edge of Alexander's empire?

Analyze the map and answer.

Why was the kingdom of Alexander the Great difficult to maintain?