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The End of Cleopatra: Unraveling Ancient Mysteries

Delve into the dramatic life and mysterious death of Cleopatra, the last Pharaoh of Egypt. Explore the clash between Greek and Roman civilizations through the lens of Cleopatra's alliance with Mark Antony. Discover the critical Battle of Actium and the events leading to Cleopatra's tragic demise. Investigate historical accounts to solve the enduring question: How did Cleopatra really die? From democracy to empire, unlock the secrets of this legendary queen's final days.

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The End of Cleopatra: Unraveling Ancient Mysteries

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  1. Good Afternoon!! • NVC • Clash of Civilizations: Greece vs. Rome • Women in the Ancient World: Cleopatra Essential Question: How did Cleopatra die? Homework: Finish Greco-Roman Review

  2. From Democracy to Empire… • Ancient Greece • Birthplace of Democracy • Becomes an Empire under Alexander the Great in 332 BC • Ancient Rome • Birthplace of the Republic • Becomes an Empire under Octavian Caesar in 32 BC

  3. Actium: History’s Turning Point? • Battle of Actium • Last battle of the Roman Civil War • Pro-Empire forces of Octavian Caesar vs. Pro-Republic forces of Mark Antony • Antony allies with the remains of Alexander’s Greek Empire • Led by Cleopatra

  4. Cleopatra • CleopatraVII Philopator • Last heir of the royal Greek Dynasty descended from Alexander • Rules over Egypt: Last Pharaoh of Egypt • Greatly loved by her people = Philosopher Queen • Allies with Mark Antony to prevent Octavian from conquering her kingdom

  5. Cleopatra’s Death • Defeat at Battle of Actium • Clear Octavian will conquer Egypt • Mark Antony commits suicide to avoid capture • Cleopatra commits suicide not long after in 32 BC • By snakebite?

  6. Document A: The Death of Cleopatra by Reginald Arthur, 1892

  7. Inquiry! How did Cleopatra die?

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