CIVILIZATION
PHOENICIAN
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Question
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Which of the following is NOT true about the Phoenicians:
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Their alphabet has greatly impacted the alphabet we use today.
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They were expert sailors and therefore had a strong trade network.
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They had a major trading city in North Africa named Carthage.
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They conquered all of South Africa.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -There’s also evidence that they ventured far west to what is now Spain and beyond to the Atlantic coast of Africa. According to ancient Greek historian Herodotus, they traveled as far as South Africa! Their success was due to their ships. They were known for their speed and their ability to maneuver harsh seas.
Detailed explanation-2: -Utica, for example, was established around 1101 B.C. It allowed Phoenicians to trade directly for valuable African ivory. Other colonies included Auza, Leptis Magna, Hippo, Hadrumetum and Lixus. Carthage was founded around 814 B.C. When it prospered and grew into a large city, it started to found colonies too.
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