Why is Alexander the Great an important historical figure? (1 point) Responses He spread Greek ideas throughout the regions he conquered. He spread Greek ideas throughout the regions he conquered. He established a strong government that lasted long after his death. He established a strong government that lasted long after his death. He was a philosopher and is considered to be the father of democracy. He was a philosopher and is considered to be the father of democracy. He was an explorer who discovered new land and started new settlements. He was an explorer who discovered new land and started new settlements.