Lesson 36
What was Alexander the Great's vision for the city of Alexandria, Egypt?
He wanted it to become a center for literary and scientific study as well as for trade
What is the meaning of the title Shihuangdi?
First Sovereign Emperor
Why did Mattathias and his sons lead others in fighting?
They were zealous for the laws of their country and for the worship of God. They were tired of being persecuted by the Greeks.
What were the three classes of people in early Roman society called?
highest: patricians
middle: plebeians
lowest: slaves
Why did traders tell fanciful stories about the origins of the spices they sold?
to make their products seem more valuable
Which of the seven wonders of the ancient world was located in Alexandria?
lighthouse of Pharos
What was the primary purpose in connecting the Square Wall system into the Great Wall?
to keep out Mongol invaders
Why did Judas come to be called a name that means "the hammer?"
He was a strong military leader who often led his forces to victory over larger armies
What were the punic wars?
three wars foughtbetween Rome and Carthage between 264-146 BC
Who were the Nabateans?
nomads who settled in Edom
What amazing estimate did Erastosthenes make during his studies at the museum?
circumference of the earth
What natural defense barriers were incorporated into the Great Wall?
rivers and steep hills
What did the fact that Judas Maccabeus restored the temple indicate about his faith?
He believed in God and had respect for His temple.
What was the job of a Roman Governor?
To oversee a particular region of the empire and collect taxes to send back to Rome
What was the Nabateans capital?
Petra
Why did some Jews move to Egypt during the time of Jeremiah?
the escape the invading Babylonians
What is the terra-cotta army of Shihuangdi?
It is over 8,000 life-size terra-cotta soldiers and horses found inside the tomb of Shihuangdi
What is the origin of Hanukkah?
a celebration of when the Jews renewed the worship of God in the temple
How did Julius Caesar become dictator?
He was named that by the Roman Senate
Why would a leader want to limit his people's access to books?
to eliminate any ideas that might lead people to oppose his rule
During Roman times, what did many Jews believe the coming Messiah would do for them?
lead them in battle to defeat the Romans
How did Julius Caesar role as dictator come to an end?
He was assassinated by men who believed him to be a dangerous tyrant