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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book V.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is made Caesar after Alexius takes power?
(a) Nicephorus.
(b) Robert.
(c) Irene.
(d) Isaac.

2. Who opposes the means Alexius found to raise money?
(a) The pope.
(b) Metaxas and Leo.
(c) Alexius' mother.
(d) Isaac.

3. Why does Alexius have many devotees?
(a) His political power.
(b) His money.
(c) His good looks.
(d) His intelligence and virtue.

4. At the start of Book II, what rank does Alexius attain under Michael Ducas?
(a) Pope.
(b) Major.
(c) General in chief.
(d) Generalisimo.

5. What was John Italus accused of spreading?
(a) The plague.
(b) Robert's propaganda.
(c) False doctrine.
(d) Lies about Alexius' death.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who became Patriarch under Alexius?

2. How long does the war introduced in Book IV last?

3. What army does Anna say Alexius defeated during the time of the conflict over the emperor's succession?

4. Who does Alexius call to help him against Robert?

5. What military advantage does Robert have?

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