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Hellenism

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Who are the three generals that took over for alexander? o Antigonus - takes Greece and Macedonia o Ptolemy – takes Egypt o Seleucus – takes most of Persian Empire
Hellenistic culture a blend of Greek and other influences and flourished throughout Greece, Egypt, and Asia
3 main attractions in Alexandria o 400-foot stone lighthouse- lit a fire which bounced off mirrors to create light o Museum- w art gallery, a zoo, and gardens o Library- w collection of half of a million papyrus scrolls
How is America similar to this empire? “tossed salad”- diversity is also encouraged
Archimedes  Figured out how to use the leverage and pull
Eratosthenes estimated the earth’s circumference 24,662 miles
Ptolemy placed the earth at the center of the solar system  FACT: in addition to their own knowledge, they knew the sun was a star, that the earth was round, and that the planets orbited around the Earth
Where were Greek astronomers ideas most incorrect compared with modern concepts? Ptolemy incorrectly placed the earth at center of solar system
which estimate is closest to modern measurements? the estimate of the earth’s circumference which is actually 24,860 miles
How could the Hellenists be so accurate? bc the Hellenists had some knowledge of geometry
What is Stoicism? made by Zeno "live and let live", is a sense. Dont worry about what you can't control, and focus on what you can.
what is Epicureanism? by epicureas The universe is made by atons, and are ruled by god. God has no interest in humans. He didn't believe in gods, but knew they were there. And that religion was a source of fear. Purpose of life is peace of mind, friendship, and contenment munk
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