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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who became Patriarch under Alexius?
(a) Caesar Classius.
(b) Andromicus.
(c) Eustratius Garidas.
(d) Isaac.

3. Where is Bohemund when he hears about Bryennius' actions?
(a) Rome.
(b) Valone.
(c) Venice.
(d) Constantinople.

4. What is Tzelgu's fate according to Anna?
(a) He died drowning.
(b) He died in battle.
(c) He was killed by a jealous underling.
(d) He was recalled for incompetence.

5. Why does Melissenus reconsider his claim to the throne according to Anna?
(a) He does not want the responsibility.
(b) The Comnenus family is powerful.
(c) He was paid off.
(d) His armies defected.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose daughter is Irene?

2. Who does Alexius start having problems with at the start of Book III?

3. Who is made Caesar after Alexius takes power?

4. What does Anna say happens after the Scythians violate a truce?

5. What do the Scythians attack after being driven off by Alexius?

(see the answer key)

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