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The Founding of the Library of Alexandria

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Who is responsible for setting the Egyptian ships on fire in 48 B.C.E.?

An Arab leader
Julius Caesar (correct)
An Egyptian fleet commander
Emperor Theodosius I

What happened to the library as a result of Julius Caesar's actions in 48 B.C.E.?

It was left untouched
It was completely destroyed
It was rebuilt later
It was partially burned (correct)

What was the reason behind the destruction of manuscripts by the Arabs in 640 C.E.?

They believed the manuscripts were heretic
They wanted to create a new library
They wanted to destroy all knowledge
They thought only the Koran was necessary (correct)

What happened to the temples dedicated to learning in Alexandria in 391 C.E.?

They were converted into churches (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the current status of the Library of Alexandria's ruins?

They have not been discovered (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Library of Alexandria in modern times?

It is a reminder of a lost treasure (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is unclear about the Library of Alexandria?

Its size and contents (D) Signup and view all the answers

What happened to the manuscripts discovered by the Arabs in 640 C.E.?

They were burned (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the destruction of the Library of Alexandria?

Ancient knowledge was lost forever (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who declared that the temples dedicated to learning in Alexandria be destroyed?

Emperor Theodosius I (A) Signup and view all the answers

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