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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When did Alexander begin his war against the Persians?

3. Mieza was known for what export?

4. Where was Alexander the Great born?

5. What monument was built in response to events after the battle of Chaeronaea?

Short Essay Questions

1. What contact did Alexander have with Miletus? How was this contact different than his handling of Thebes?

2. Describe how Philip initially molded his army into a formidable force.

3. What immediate actions did Alexander take after his father Philip was murdered?

4. Describe the geography of Macedonia.

5. What did Darius propose at Marathos after the battle of Issus? What was Alexander's response?

6. Describe Alexander's sack of Thebes. What negotiations occurred (and failed) prior to the city's destruction?

7. Describe Alexander's childhood growing up, prior to studying with Aristotle.

8. Describe the major events of the battle of Granicus River.

9. Why did Alexander send Parmenio to Damascus shortly after Alexander met Darius at Marathos? What did Parmenio succeed in procuring?

10. Describe the battle of Pelium, including its pretext and its outcome.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the battle of Granicus River. Include:

a) the pretext to the battle;

b) the major combatants;

c) the geographical context;

d) the events of the battle itself, including strategy and tactics; and

e) the results of the battle.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the battle of Jhelum River. Include:

a) the pretext to the battle;

b) the major combatants;

c) the geographical context;

d) the events of the battle itself, including strategy and tactics; and

e) the results of the battle.

Essay Topic 3

a) Describe the manner in which Parmenio died.

b) How does Parmenio's death relate to Alexander's relationships with his troops?

c) How can Parmenio's death shed light on Alexander's mental state and his overall ability to lead?

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