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.?

<p>They were converted into churches (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>They have not been discovered (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is unclear about the Library of Alexandria?

<p>Its size and contents (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>They were burned (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Ancient knowledge was lost forever (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Emperor Theodosius I (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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