Alexander the Great — Questions and answers

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What happened to the Persian Empire after Alexander's maneuver at Gaugamela?

Choices

  1. It became even stronger than before.
  2. Alexander became its new king without a fight.
  3. It was completely shattered. ✓
  4. Darius III joined forces with Alexander.

Answer: It was completely shattered.

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Who was Alexander the Great's famous teacher?

Choices

  1. King Philip II
  2. Darius III
  3. Aristotle ✓
  4. Coenus

Answer: Aristotle

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Why did Alexander destroy the city of Thebes?

Choices

  1. He wanted to build a new palace there.
  2. It was a warning to others not to revolt against him. ✓
  3. The city was too small for his army.
  4. He was looking for a famous poet.

Answer: It was a warning to others not to revolt against him.

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What dramatic thing did Alexander do when he first landed on Asian soil?

Choices

  1. He built a tall monument.
  2. He planted a flag.
  3. He hurled his spear into the sand. ✓
  4. He gave a long speech.

Answer: He hurled his spear into the sand.

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How did Alexander solve the riddle of the Gordian Knot?

Choices

  1. He carefully untied every single string.
  2. He asked his wisest general to untie it.
  3. He ignored the knot and walked away.
  4. He cut through it with his sword. ✓

Answer: He cut through it with his sword.

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What happened to Darius III during the Battle of Issus?

Choices

  1. He captured Alexander.
  2. He won the battle.
  3. He fled the battlefield. ✓
  4. He negotiated a peace treaty.

Answer: He fled the battlefield.

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What new city did Alexander begin building in Egypt?

Choices

  1. Gaugamela
  2. Alexandria ✓
  3. Pella
  4. Thebes

Answer: Alexandria

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Why did Alexander's army decide to turn back from India?

Choices

  1. They found too much treasure.
  2. They were exhausted and wanted to go home. ✓
  3. They were afraid of war elephants.
  4. Alexander received a message to return to Greece.

Answer: They were exhausted and wanted to go home.

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What was one lasting effect of Alexander the Great's conquests?

Choices

  1. His empire stayed together forever.
  2. Greek language and culture spread across Asia. ✓
  3. All his cities were immediately abandoned.
  4. People forgot about him quickly.

Answer: Greek language and culture spread across Asia.

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