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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. Who is the ruler of Dyrrachium?
2. What penalty does Alexius impose on the conspiracy ring leader?
3. What military advantage does Robert have?
4. What rank does Anna says Alexius attained under Nicephorus?
5. What was John Italus accused of spreading?
Short Essay Questions
1. What happened when people heard that Alexius survived the battle?
2. In Book V, what ancient law did Alexius examine and who acted in opposition?
3. What happens between the Scythians and Alexius at the beginning of Book VII?
4. At the end of Book VII, what plot does Alexius hear of?
5. What did Anna the Elder do for the Empire?
6. What does Anna note about the state of Rome?
7. At the beginning of Book IV, what was happening with Robert?
8. What is the conflict over choosing the Emperor?
9. At the end of Book V, what happened to the heretic when Alexius returned home?
10. What does Alexius realize about Robert in Book V?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
"The Alexiad" is set in the time of the Byzantine Empire, focusing especially on the time period of Alexius, Anna Comnena's father. Discuss the importance of setting in "The Alexiad" and analyze how it contributes to the reader's understanding of the book. Students should use examples from the book to support their discussion.
Essay Topic 2
Bohemund was one of Alexius' opponents during the war as described in "The Alexiad". Compare Alexius' strategies with that of Bohemund, using the text to support your discussion.
Essay Topic 3
Two major wars, including that with the Scythians and the Normans are described in detail in "The Alexiad". In an essay, compare the two wars and determine which war had the most pure of goals and the best outcome.
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