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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, pgs. 379-412.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In 331 BC, how did Alexander learn about Darius' plan to attack him at the Tigris River?
(a) Darius' consort betrayed his plans to Alexander.
(b) He claimed to have a visit from his father, Zeus.
(c) Alexander's own scouts reported Darius' troop movements.
(d) Captured Persian scouts confessed as much.

2. How many people did Alexander massacre at Massago?
(a) He entered Massago peacefully.
(b) Forty thousand.
(c) Three hundred.
(d) Seven thousand.

3. How long did Gaza hold out against Alexander's pressure?
(a) Two months.
(b) Three days.
(c) One year.
(d) It immediately surrendered.

4. What battle is said to be Alexander's greatest strategic triumph?
(a) Gaugamela.
(b) Jhelum River.
(c) Pelium.
(d) Tyre.

5. To what land did Alexander plan travel to after India?
(a) Macedonia.
(b) Arabia.
(c) China.
(d) Greece.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 335 BC, who commanded Persian military forces?

2. Alexander led his army to which country in the summer of 331 BC?

3. What city state did Alexander attack in 336 BC as he pushed toward the Danube River?

4. What was NOT one of the actions Alexander took after his father was murdered?

5. What challenge did Alexander have to overcome at Jhelum River?

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