Which period is most commonly identified as the Hellenistic Age?
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Correct answer: From Alexander's death in 323 BCE to Roman dominance
The Hellenistic Age is conventionally dated from Alexander the Great's death in 323 BCE to Rome's conquest of the last major Greek successor kingdom. During this period, Greek culture spread across the Near East and blended with local traditions.
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