{"id":1192,"date":"2024-05-01T05:42:30","date_gmt":"2024-05-01T05:42:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.digitalnewsreport.com\/practice_tests\/?p=1192"},"modified":"2024-05-01T05:42:30","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T05:42:30","slug":"alexandria_003","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.digitalnewsreport.com\/practice_tests\/alexandria_003\/","title":{"rendered":"Alexandria &#8211; Page 03"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, the city ushered a new era as a central hub for culture, knowledge, and commerce due to its strategic location. Located at the crossroads of the Mediterranean and the Nile, it allowed seamless maritime and land trade, transforming it into a vibrant economic center.<\/p>\n<p>The city&#8217;s prosperity arose from its bustling port, one of the best natural harbors in the Mediterranean region. It welcomed ships laden with goods from three continents: Europe, Asia, and Africa. 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