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Alexander the Great Worksheet

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Chp. No. 5
Alexander The Great.
True & False.
1. Alexander was not a Remarkable warrior.
 True
 False
2. Younge Alexander inherited his father’s kingdom as well as his dream to conquer the
world. He wanted to be known as “the King of the World.”
 True
 False
3. Alexander’s Cira is 328 BCE till 398 BCE.
 True
 False
4. As Alexander launched a series of attacks on the Persian Empire, it grew weak and finally
succumbed to his superior force and strategy.
 True
 False
5. Alexandria Bucephalus is a city Alexander founded in memory of his beloved goat Bucephalus
which had died there. Archaeologists suggest it was located near the city of Jhelum in the Sindh.
 True
 False
6. Alexander was always defeated by his career.
 True
 False
7. He planned his battles carefully and used his loyal and efficient soldiers cleverly to fight his
opponents. He successfully used factors such as the ground conditions, health, and time of day,
to his disadvantage.
 True
 False
8. The brave King Porus ruled the Paurava people who lived by the Kabul and Chenab rivers.
 True
 False
9. Alexander defeated the king with a clever attack. The armies had taken up their positions at the
opposite ends of the river.
 True
 False

10. Alexander made his soldiers cross the river from two places during a thunderstorm at
night and attacked both wings of Porus army instead of meeting them from the front.
 True
 False

Fill in the Blanks

1. Despite this victory, ____________ could go no further. His officers, weakened by fighting,
fatigue, and monsoon rains on the subcontinent, were on the verge of revolt.

2. During his rule, Alexander spread Greek ideas and culture by leaving his governors with teams of
_____________, _________ and _______________ in the cities he conquered or established.

3. As ___________ did not have an adult son to inherit his kingdom, his empire was divided
between three of his ________ at the time of his death.

4. The Indus Valley region came under the rule of his ___________________________.

5. Alexander did not push them any _________ and turned back. He wanted to return soon with a
stronger army, but his dream of _______________ the world remained _________ when he died
the following year.

6. This is described as ___________ the world. He established strong links between the ______ and
the _______.
7. ____________’s conquests extended from ________ and _______ in the west to the furthest
province of the ___________ in the east—the Gandhara region which we learned about in an
earlier chapter.

8. ________ advanced as far as the _________ River in the Punjab, where he met King _______
who had refused to surrender.

9. Macedonia was a small kingdom in the _______ of ________.

10. One of its rulers, King ________, was a brilliant leader with an _________ to rule the _______
world.

MCQS.

1. Macedonia is __________ of Greece.


 North
 South
 East
 Wast

2. Alexander’s Father was.


 Philips 2
 Aristotle
 Sophocles
 Hammurabi

3. When did Alexander take power over Macedonia?


 After Philip 2 was murdered.
 After Alexander's mother died.
 After Philip 2 became ill and died.
 After Alexander killed his father.

4. What city did Alexander the great die in?


 Babylon
 Thebes
 Kish
 Alexanderia
5. Which of the following are ways that Alexander's empire spread Greek
culture? (MULTIPLE SELECT)?
 New cities were built with Greek-styled Architecture.
 Greek settlers would move to new cities, bringing their culture with them.
 Greek settlers work speak Greek in the new cities.
 Greek settlers continued to practice their religion in the new cities.
6. What was the eastern edge of Alexander the Great's Empire?
 Macedonia
 Athens
 India
 Egypt
7. Before his death at age 32, Alexander the Great and his armies had
conquered ____?
 The Persian Empire.
 Both the Greece and Rome.
 All the known world from Egypt to India.
 All the countries bordering the Mediterranean.
8. Why do we consider Alexander the Great to have been such a successful
military leader? (Pick 3)
 He conquered the known world at a young age
 He defeated the Persian empire
 He used superior military strategies
 He loved military horses
 He admired Achilles
9. What does Hellenistic mean?
 Rock-like
 Greek- like
 Naval power
 Great teachers
10. Alexander the Great is famous because.
 He was a student of Aristotle
 He was King Philip's son
 He conquered a lot of land
 He died

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Alexander the Great's conquests facilitated the spread of Greek culture by establishing cities with Greek-styled architecture, where Greek settlers practiced their culture. He left governors with teams of intellectuals, scholars, and soldiers to integrate Greek ideas and culture into the conquered regions. Settlers spoke Greek, practiced their religion, and maintained Greek administrative structures, thereby creating a Hellenistic culture across his empire .

Alexander ensured continuity of governance by appointing trusted governors and left behind teams of administrators in key cities. These teams were responsible for integrating Greek culture and order into local practices. By founding new cities based on Greek models and encouraging migration of Greeks, he embedded Greek governance structures while allowing local rulers some degree of autonomy .

Alexander's early education by Aristotle instilled a love for Greek culture, philosophy, and the art of war in him. This intellectual background, combined with observing his father, King Philip II, hone his skills in leadership and military tactics. It provided Alexander with the strategic foresight and learning that informed his military campaigns and approach to leadership, blending ruthlessness with cultural patronage .

Alexander faced significant challenges in the Indian subcontinent, including difficult terrain, monsoon rains, and heavily fortified local kingdoms like that of King Porus. These factors, compounded by the fatigue and war-weariness of his troops, led his officers to the verge of revolt, ultimately preventing further advances and forcing Alexander to halt his campaign and return to Babylon .

Aristotle's philosophical teachings influenced Alexander by instilling in him a respect for Greek knowledge and culture, which reflected in his empire-building as he spread these elements into the areas he conquered. Aristotle's tutelage also contributed to Alexander's pursuit of learning and philosophical discussions, influencing his approach to leadership that balanced conquest with cultural and intellectual pursuits .

Founding cities like Alexandria allowed Alexander to cement his influence by serving as cultural and administrative hubs that facilitated the spread of Greek culture and governance. These cities served as vital nodes in maintaining control over his vast empire, encouraging trade, cultural exchange, and securing political power. The establishment of these cities ensured a lasting Greek presence in these regions well beyond his lifetime .

Alexander's empire left a legacy of Hellenistic culture that influenced art, architecture, and thought in regions far beyond Greece. However, the empire's limitations became apparent after his death due to the lack of an adult heir, leading to its division among his generals. This fragmentation diluted the unity of his conquests, with cultural influences remaining but political cohesion lost .

Alexander the Great employed a combination of superior military strategies, including careful planning of battles, the clever use of loyal and efficient soldiers, and taking advantage of ground conditions, time of day, and health of forces. This allowed him to exploit weaknesses in the Persian military architecture and successfully conquer the Persian Empire through superior force and strategic maneuvers .

Macedonia's socio-political structure, built by King Philip II, was pivotal in preparing Alexander for his conquests. It was a well-organized, militarily robust kingdom with a strong central power that provided Alexander with a solid foundation. Philip's own military reforms, including the phalanx infantry formation, offered Alexander effective military tools crucial during his campaigns across Asia .

The Battle of the Hydaspes was significant as it demonstrated Alexander's tactical genius in overcoming the formidable army of King Porus. By crossing the Jhelum River during a storm, Alexander seized the element of surprise. However, despite the victory, this battle also marked the limit of his campaign in India, as his army, weary from the challenges, refused to march further. The battle showcased the limits of his ambition and led to a tactical withdrawal, affecting his long-term plans for further eastern conquests .

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