How did Alexander’s conquests influence culture across his empire?
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Correct answer: They promoted cultural blending known as Hellenism
Alexander's conquests spread Greek language, art, and philosophy while absorbing local customs and beliefs, a process called Hellenization. This cultural fusion defined the Hellenistic period and left a lasting influence on the later Roman Empire and early Christianity.
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