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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the Macedonian infantry known as?
(a) Ground Quake.
(b) The Foot Companions.
(c) The Warrior Eagles.
(d) The Fighting Macedons.

2. What kind of military leader was King Philip?
(a) He did not keep much of an army during his reign.
(b) He relied heavily on improvisation and instinct.
(c) He was a strict disciplinarian.
(d) He was a procrastinator who did not insist on high standards.

3. In what year was the battle of Pelium fought?
(a) 335 BC.
(b) 480 BC.
(c) 320 BC.
(d) 128 AD.

4. Mieza was known for what export?
(a) Wheat.
(b) Iron.
(c) Wine.
(d) Olives.

5. In what financial state did Philip leave Macedonia when he died?
(a) Macedonia was bankrupt, and citizens were fleeing the country.
(b) Macedonia was left in a very prosperous state.
(c) Macedonia was barely making money.
(d) Philip died in debt.

Short Answer Questions

1. What regions was Macedonia divided into prior to Alexander's birth?

2. Where was Philip when Alexander first led the troops, quelling a rebellion?

3. In the summer of 939, with what threat did Philip have to contend?

4. How could Macedonia be characterized prior to Philip's rule?

5. At what site did Alexander finally meet Darius himself in battle?

(see the answer key)

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