Multiple choice

Why did Phillip II not conquer Persia ?

  1. The empire was too big

  2. He never wanted to

  3. He was killed first

  4. He wanted his son to do it

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C Correct answer
Explanation

King Philip II of Macedon was planning an invasion of Persia and had already sent an advance force, but he was assassinated in 336 BC before he could lead the main campaign himself. His son Alexander then took up the task.