Next, trace the route of conquest followed by Alexander. Use stars to show the location of the major battles fought at the following sites:
Granicus
Issus Guagamela
Finally, lightly colour the extent of area conquered by Alexander and construct a legend (key) in the blank box located in the lower right-hand corner of the map.
When
you have completed the above, answer the following questions. (use the back of this piece of paper if additional space is needed.)
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What key cities of the Persian Empire did Alexander conquer? (Why did he conquer these cities?)
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How did Alexander help to spread Greek culture?
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Why did conflict develop in Alexander's empire after his death? Could they have been resolved peacefully? Why or why not?
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How did Alexander's Empire influence subsequent events in the lands of the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East?