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Where was Alexander from?
Macedonia
Who conquered most of the Greek city states?
King of Macedonia Phillip II
What did Greeks think about Macedonians?
They were not civilized.
What did Phillip use to conquer the Greek city-states?
Phalanx and cavalry
Who warmed Athenians about the Phillip II possible atttack?
Demosthenes
Phillip II planned to invade Persia, why he could not achieve this goal?
He was assassinated by one of his guards.
How old was Alexander when he became king of Macedon and Greece?
20 years old.
Which Greek city state revolted aganist Alexander power?
Thebes
What things did Alexander keep under his pillow every night?
The Illiad book and a knife
What was Alexander's horse name?
Bucephalus
Who was the king of Persia during Alxander's invasion?
King Darius III
Mention two battles Alexander defeated Persian
Granicus, Issus, Gaugamela
Why did Alexander burn the capital city of Persepolis?
to revenge the burning of Athens
After conquering Persia, what other terrotiry did Alexander want to conquer?
India
What city was founded in frica by Alexander?
Alexandria
What important bulding were there in Alexandria?
The lighthouse (Pharos) and the library
