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Conquest of ItalyGrade 4grammar Stage

PYRRHUS AND HIS ELEPHANTS

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Comprehension

Notes Samnites sought Greek allies after three defeats

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Cause & Consequence

Explains why Pyrrhus came: wanted to imitate Alexander and conquer the world

3

Significance

Understands a "Pyrrhic victory" means winning at too great a cost

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