HISTORY
ANCIENT GREECE
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Question
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What allowed Philip of Macedonia to easily conquer the Greeks?
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The Greeks would not unite with each other after the Peloponnesian War
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The Spartans joined with Philip
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Athens refused to send its navy to fight
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The Greeks were at war with other invaders
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -When the Greeks were at war, they were not aware that Macedonia was getting stronger. King Philip had been unifying his country and creating a well-trained army. Philip was able to conquer the Greeks because the Peloponnesian War had left them weak and divided.
Detailed explanation-2: -Philip improved upon the Greeks’ idea. He gave his soldiers spears that were much longer than those of his opponents. This allowed his army to attack effectively in any battle. Philip also sent cavalry and archers into battle to support the phalanx.
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