4/4/19

1)
Phillip II- He was the king of Macedonia and was Alexander the Great's father. He also conquered Greece.
Macedonia- Rough terrain and cold climate. Soon became the place to live after conquering so many city-states.
Alexander the Great- Phillip II's son that conquered so many countries. He also led an 11-year conquest. They marched 11,000 miles. He was the most decorated ruler of Macedonia.
Darius III- Ruler of Persia that put up a fight with the Macedonians and never gave up until 332 B.C. He was the biggest rival for the Macedonians.

2) The most significant conquest is probably the conquest of Persia. It provided Alex with power and respect. It gave Alexander the confidence to go on many conquests after and he did this all for his father. Alexander became Pharaoh for a little. It gave them a lot of land and resources as well.

3) He was able to conquest Greece by using Phalanxes and fast-moving cavalry to break through the enemies.  The Greeks also did not fear him, but he was a great general and leader and ruler.  The Greeks did not defend themselves.

4) Alexander continued to go on conquests to keep his power and to keep growing his empire in size and strength.

5) After Alexanders death, three ambitious leaders split his empire up into three kingdoms forgetting about the democratic traditions. They governed with complete power over their subjects.