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Understanding Hellenistic Culture: Alexander the Great

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores key vocabulary and concepts related to Hellenistic culture during the reign of Alexander the Great. It aims to build understanding of the spread and influence of Greek culture after Alexander’s conquests.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Alexander the Great
#Standard
#Vocabulary & Concepts
#Hellenistic Culture
#Define key terms related to Hellenistic culture
#Explain the spread of Greek culture following Alexander's campaigns
#Compare different aspects of Hellenistic society
#Analyse the impact of Hellenistic culture on later history

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Understanding Hellenistic Culture: Alexander the Great

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Vocabulary and Concepts of Hellenistic Culture

Source A: Excerpt from a historian about Hellenistic Culture

'After Alexander's conquests, Greek culture blended with local traditions across the eastern Mediterranean and Asia. This new era, known as the Hellenistic Age, saw the spread of Greek language, art, architecture, and philosophies into many different regions.' Provenance: Summary from a modern history textbook, 2020.

1.
Write a short explanation of what Hellenistic culture is. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the influence of Hellenistic culture on art and architecture. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Explain how the spread of Greek language during the Hellenistic period affected the regions involved. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Outline the main features of Hellenistic philosophy. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
5.
Compare the roles of Greek and local traditions in Hellenistic religious practices. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
6.
Analyse the impact of Hellenistic culture on the development of science and learning. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
7.
Explain the importance of Alexander's conquests in spreading Hellenistic culture. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Describe how Hellenistic culture influenced later societies. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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