Alexandria Flashcards
1
Q
Who chose the sight of Alexandria?
A
The Greek King Alexander
2
Q
4 reasons why it was a good site(don’t include trade or merchants)
A
- good anchorage
- fresh water
- healthy climate
- lime stone quarries
3
Q
Geographically how was Alexandria in an important position for trade and merchants?
A
It was in between Asia and Africa and the Mediterranean and black seas
4
Q
What things in the city attracted merchants?
A
Safe harbours
5
Q
Describe the light house
A
Huge and just outside the harbour
6
Q
What was its island
A
Pharos island
7
Q
What was the museum
A
A library
8
Q
Which 2 races had the most power
A
Greeks and Romans
9
Q
3 other races living there?
A
Africans,Jews and Egyptians
