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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, pgs. 412-437.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Alexander's extent of knowledge of Indian geography, upon entering India?
(a) He claimed to have been divinely told about Indian geography, angering his troops.
(b) He had no knowledge of Indian geography.
(c) Having traveled there twice in the past, he was quite knowledgeable about Indian geography.
(d) Aristotle had taught him about the major geographical features of India.

2. Why did Alexander order Parmenio to be executed?
(a) Alexander believed that Parmenio was plotting to take Alexander's place.
(b) Parmenio was badly wounded in a battle, and Alexander put Parmenio out of his misery.
(c) Alexander believed that Parmenio fell out of favor with the gods.
(d) Alexander believed that Parmenio was tainted with a contagious disease.

3. After Darius was deposed, what title was bestowed upon Bessus?
(a) Duke of Ionia.
(b) The Great Diplomat.
(c) Lord of the Twelve Countries.
(d) Great King.

4. Who led the Indian army that opposed Alexander in India?
(a) Darius.
(b) Oxyartes.
(c) Bessus.
(d) Porus.

5. At the battle of the Chenab citadel, what rumor gained popularity?
(a) Alexander was dead.
(b) Bessus had escaped execution and now threatened Alexander's army.
(c) Alexander was broke, and had no way to pay the army.
(d) Zeus had visited Alexander in his tent.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Alexander decide to do with Darius' body?

2. How did Alexander respond to Darius' death?

3. Why was the Persian invasion of Greece called off?

4. In what year was the battle of Pelium fought?

5. During the battle of Granicus River, where was Alexander located?

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