Early Life
What country was Alexander the Great born in?
Macedonia
Persian Empire
When did Alexander become king?
336 BCE
What influenced Alexander to learn the traditions of the new lands in his empire?
His early education with Aristotle.
Who was Alexander's famous teacher?
Aristotle
In which battle did Alexander defeat Darius?
Battle of Gaugamela
True or False: Alexander the Great never lost a battle.
True
Give one example of how Alexander's strengths became clear at an early age.
He calmed a frightened house when he was 12 years old.
How old was Alexander when he died?
32
False
True or False: The Macedonian's strength and skill dominated his opponents.
True
Why was Alexander not guaranteed to be king after his father married a Macedonian?
Alexander's mother was not Macedonian.
What was the name of Alexander's father?
King Phillips II
What year did they conquer Central Asia?
True or False: Alexander used peaceful tactics to maintain rule.
False
Which of the following is an opinion about Alexander the Great?
A. He worked with his father to learn the skills he'd need to be king.
B. He was the smartest king of all of ancient Greece.
C. He used force to maintain rule and silence people who opposed him.
B
What was the name of Alexander's horse?
Bucephalus
After being king for how many years did Alexander set off for Asia Minor?
1 year
True or False: Egyptian's welcomes Alexander and give him control.
True