Alexander the Great and Hellenism

What military reform did King Philip II of Macedonia implement?

Long thrusting spears for soldiers

Why did Philip establish the League of Corinth?

To create a unified Greek force against other city-states

How did Sparta respond when Philip threatened to march against them?

NEITHER

What action did Alexander take against Thebes when they refused to submit to his rule?

Destroyed Thebes, killed the men, and enslaved the women Signup and view all the answers

Which region did Alexander first invade in his conquest of Persia?

Asia Minor Signup and view all the answers

What event led to the emperor Darius III fleeing during the Battle of Issus?

The crumbling of the Persian army Signup and view all the answers

In what manner did Alexander punish the resistance of the city of Tyre?

Enslaved all the men and women Signup and view all the answers

How did Alexander establish control over Egypt after defeating the Persians?

By appointing Greek allies to key positions Signup and view all the answers

What title did Alexander give himself after conquering the Persian Empire?

King of Kings Signup and view all the answers

Why did Alexander's men demand to cease their conquests in India?

They were tired and wanted to return home Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Hellenization' refer to in the context of Alexander the Great?

The spread of Greek language and culture in the lands Alexander conquered Signup and view all the answers

Why was Macedonia initially considered an uncultured region by many Greeks in the south?

It was located on the outskirts of the ancient Greek world Signup and view all the answers

How did Alexander's conquests contribute to the spread of Hellenism?

By establishing Greek colonies in the conquered territories Signup and view all the answers

What belief is central to Hellenism as described in the text?

The superiority of Greek culture Signup and view all the answers

How did King Philip II's reign influence Alexander the Great's rise to power?

By positioning Macedonia as a center of power in the Greek world Signup and view all the answers