PgIII Flashcards
What is an augur?
A priest and official in ancient Rome who interpreted omens to predict the future and guide public policy
Augurs played a significant role in Roman religion and politics.
Who was Alexander the Great?
A fearless Macedonian king and military genius who conquered vast territories from Greece to Egypt and India
His conquests spread Greek culture and influence across the known world.
When did Philip II become King of Spain?
On the abdication of his father Charles V in 1527
Philip II ruled over a unified Spain and its dominions, including the New World.
Who was Narmer?
The first king of Egypt who unified the country peacefully at the beginning of the First Dynastic Period, around 3150 BCE
Narmer is often depicted in ancient Egyptian art and is associated with the Narmer Palette.
What is Khufu known for?
Being the second pharaoh of the Fourth Dynasty, famous for building the Great Pyramid at Giza
The Great Pyramid is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Who was Khafra?
A king in the 4th dynasty responsible for the second largest pyramid complex at Giza, which includes the Sphinx, a Mortuary Temple, and a Valley Temple
Khafra is often credited with the construction of the Great Sphinx.
What is Cyrus the Persian king known for?
Being considered an exemplary case of a benevolent conqueror who allowed his subjects to live and worship freely
Cyrus is also known for his establishment of the Persian Empire and the Cyrus Cylinder.
Who was Hammurabi?
The sixth king of the Amorite First Dynasty of Babylon, best known for his famous law code
Hammurabi’s Code served as a model for later legal systems, including the Mosaic Law.
Fill in the blank: Hammurabi was the first ruler able to successfully govern all of Mesopotamia, without revolt, following his initial _______.
[conquest]
