Question
After a leader from this kingdom died, the Wars of the Diadochi saw his territory partitioned among various dynasties, including the Antigonids. For 10 points each:
[10m] Name this kingdom, which became dominant in Hellenistic-era Greece under its Argead dynasty. A leader from this kingdom secured victories at Issus and Gaugamela while expanding it eastwards into Asia.
ANSWER: Macedon [or Macedonia]
[10e] This renowned military leader, the son of Philip II, fought extensive campaigns in the Near East and Asia. This leader names a city in the northern coast of Egypt among others.
ANSWER: Alexander the Great [or Alexander III or Alexandros III; prompt on Alexander or Alexandros]
[10h] Alexander’s campaign was eventually halted in present-day India, following this battle against King Porus. Despite his victory after crossing this battle’s namesake river, Alexander’s exhausted army demanded a return home.
ANSWER: Battle of the Hydaspes [or Battle of the Hydaspes River; or First Battle of Jhelum]
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Summary
| 2023 ACF Fall (Rutgers) | 10/14/2023 | Y | 4 | 15.00 | 100% | 50% | 0% |
Data
| Rutgers | Columbia A | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| NYU A | Swarthmore A | 10 | 10 | 0 | 20 |
| Swarthmore B | NYU B | 10 | 10 | 0 | 20 |
| Penn | University of Delaware A | 0 | 10 | 0 | 10 |