The Characterisation of Alexander (Leaving Cert Classical Studies): Quizzes
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What literary tradition does Plutarch write in when presenting Alexander's life?
What literary tradition does Plutarch write in when presenting Alexander's life?
Greek moral biography
Which two eyewitnesses did Arrian rely on as sources for his account of Alexander?
Which two eyewitnesses did Arrian rely on as sources for his account of Alexander?
Ptolemy and Aristobulus
How does Curtius Rufus characterise Alexander's development throughout his life?
How does Curtius Rufus characterise Alexander's development throughout his life?
Increasingly corrupted by power
What does the taming of Bucephalus demonstrate about Alexander according to the texts?
What does the taming of Bucephalus demonstrate about Alexander according to the texts?
Courage, intelligence & destiny
Which author generally provides the most sympathetic portrayal of Alexander?
Which author generally provides the most sympathetic portrayal of Alexander?
Arrian
What does the death of Cleitus in 328 BC reveal about Alexander?
What does the death of Cleitus in 328 BC reveal about Alexander?
Loss of control & effects of drinking
Which quote belongs to Curtius Rufus?
Which quote belongs to Curtius Rufus?
'His glory gave way to cruelty'
How does Arrian typically explain Alexander's harsh actions like the destruction of Thebes?
How does Arrian typically explain Alexander's harsh actions like the destruction of Thebes?
As politically or militarily necessary
What type of portrait does Plutarch create of Alexander?
What type of portrait does Plutarch create of Alexander?
Balanced, showing virtues & flaws
How does Curtius interpret the destruction of Thebes compared to Arrian?
How does Curtius interpret the destruction of Thebes compared to Arrian?
Evidence of growing brutality
What does the founding of Alexandria demonstrate about Alexander?
What does the founding of Alexandria demonstrate about Alexander?
Vision and leadership
What is the main challenge in studying Alexander according to the note?
What is the main challenge in studying Alexander according to the note?
How later authors shaped his image