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Reign of Alexander the Great Fact-Matching Game

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About This Challenge

Explore the ancient world during the Reign of Alexander the Great (336-323 BC) with this fact-matching game!

  • Uncover the secrets of Alexander’s conquests
  • Piece together historical events from his reign
  • Use spells for hints and extra time to complete the game
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  • Alexander the Great became king of Macedon in 336 BC at the age of 20 after the assassination of his father, King Philip II.
  • Alexander the Great's conquests stretched from Greece to Egypt to Persia to India, creating one of the largest empires in ancient history.
  • Alexander the Great established the city of Alexandria in Egypt, which became a major center of culture and learning in the ancient world.
  • Alexander the Great was tutored by the philosopher Aristotle, who instilled in him a love of learning and a passion for knowledge.
  • Alexander the Great's army was known as the Macedonian phalanx, a highly disciplined and effective fighting force that revolutionized military tactics.
  • Alexander the Great famously cut the Gordian Knot, a symbol of his ability to solve seemingly impossible problems through bold action.
  • Alexander the Great died in 323 BC in Babylon at the age of 32, possibly from a fever or poisoning.
  • After Alexander the Great's death, his vast empire was divided among his generals, who became known as the Diadochi or Successors.
  • One of Alexander the Great's most trusted generals was Ptolemy, who became the ruler of Egypt and founded the Ptolemaic dynasty.
  • Alexander the Great's conquests led to the spread of Greek culture and language throughout the ancient world, a period known as the Hellenistic Age.
  • Alexander the Great is said to have wept upon hearing that there were no more worlds left to conquer.
  • Alexander the Great was known for his close relationship with his horse Bucephalus, whom he rode into battle on many occasions.
  • Alexander the Great's most famous battle was the Battle of Gaugamela in 331 BC, where he defeated the Persian King Darius III.
  • Alexander the Great was crowned pharaoh of Egypt in 332 BC after conquering the country and visiting the oracle at Siwa.
  • Alexander the Great's empire extended over three continents and covered approximately 2 million square miles, making it one of the largest empires in history.
  • Alexander the Great's military campaigns were funded in part by the wealth he acquired from looting the treasuries of conquered cities.
  • Alexander the Great was known for his strategic brilliance and daring tactics on the battlefield, often leading his troops from the front.
  • Alexander the Great founded more than 20 cities during his conquests, many of which became important centers of trade, culture, and learning.
  • Alexander the Great's tomb is said to be located in the city of Alexandria, Egypt, although its exact whereabouts remain a mystery.
  • Alexander the Great's legacy as a military genius and cultural icon has endured for centuries, inspiring countless works of art, literature, and film.

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