The Hellenistic Age Flashcards
1
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Hellenistic age
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- combination of Greek, Persian, and Indian cultures
2
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love of culture
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- bringing people, culture, and ideas together
- married two Persian princesses: encouraged soldiers to do the same
3
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Alexandria
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- new cities had his name
- Lighthouse of Pharos: 1st in the world, mirror reproduce light effect 35 miles
4
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government
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- democracy declined, revert to kingdom
- city-state no longer central
- women gained more rights: education and owning property
5
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arts
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- women, love and emotions more present
- common peoples’ lives
