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6.4.7 Alexander the Great and Greek Culture

Step 1. Questions

6.4.7 Trace the rise of Alexander the Great and the spread of Greek culture eastward and into Egypt.

Research Alexander the Great’s political career and learn how Greek culture spread eastward and into Egypt. Use these questions to guide your research.
  • Who was Alexander the Great?
  • How did Alexander the Great rise to power?
  • What did Alexander the Great achieve? What accomplishments is he best known for?
  • Did Alexander the Great influence the spread of Greek culture eastward and into Egypt? If so, how?
  • When did Greek culture begin to spread eastward and into Egypt? How did this process take place?
To begin, visit the Internet sites in Step 2. You may also choose to visit a library, read a book on the subject, or interview an adult. Then follow Step 3 to write your report.

Step 2. Research

Research answers for the questions you were asked in Step 1. Visit these Web sites. Take notes about them on this page, too!


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Alexander the Great: A short biography
Find out about Alexander the Great’s childhood. Who were his parents? Who taught him? What do you think motivated him to spread Greece’s power eastward?
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The Rise of Macedonia and the Conquest of Alexander the Great
How did the reign of Alexander the Great (336–323 B.C.) change the face of Europe and Asia forever? Take notes about reasons this article gives for Alexander the Great’s huge influence on spreading Greek culture eastward. Click on the link about military power to learn about Alexander’s role as military leader.
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Alexander the Great
What does this article say about Alexander the Great’s political and military career? What were his greatest accomplishments? How did he make possible the spread of Greek culture into the East and into Egypt in particular?
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www.kidsclick.org


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