Alexander the Great (Leaving Cert Classical Studies): Quizzes
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When did the Peloponnesian War take place?
When did the Peloponnesian War take place?
431-404 BC
What military innovation did Philip II introduce to the Macedonian army?
What military innovation did Philip II introduce to the Macedonian army?
Sarissa phalanx
In which year did Philip II defeat Athens and Thebes at the Battle of Chaeronea?
In which year did Philip II defeat Athens and Thebes at the Battle of Chaeronea?
338 BC
When did Philip II establish the League of Corinth?
When did Philip II establish the League of Corinth?
337 BC
Which Greek state did NOT join the League of Corinth?
Which Greek state did NOT join the League of Corinth?
Sparta
How old was Alexander when he became king after Philip's assassination in 336 BC?
How old was Alexander when he became king after Philip's assassination in 336 BC?
20 years old
Which city rebelled against Alexander in 335 BC and was brutally crushed as a warning?
Which city rebelled against Alexander in 335 BC and was brutally crushed as a warning?
Thebes
Who was the Persian ruler during Alexander's time?
Who was the Persian ruler during Alexander's time?
Darius III
How far east did Alexander's empire extend?
How far east did Alexander's empire extend?
Indus Valley in India
What were the Diadochi?
What were the Diadochi?
Alexander's generals who divided his empire
What was a major consequence of the Peloponnesian War for Greek city-states?
What was a major consequence of the Peloponnesian War for Greek city-states?
All were significantly weakened
During which years did Philip II rule Macedonia?
During which years did Philip II rule Macedonia?
359-336 BC
What type of empire did Alexander create for the first time in history?
What type of empire did Alexander create for the first time in history?
Multi-continental empire