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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many talents is the town of Soli fined by Alexander?
(a) Four hundred.
(b) One hundred.
(c) Two hundred.
(d) Three hundred.

2. What happens to Alexander after he takes the healing potion?
(a) He becomes sick again.
(b) He fully recovers.
(c) It has no effect on him.
(d) His recovery is delayed by an additional two weeks.

3. Where does Alexander's first Asian battle take place?
(a) The Granicus River.
(b) The Euphrates River.
(c) The Araxes River.
(d) The Tigris River.

4. When is Philip of Macedon assassinated?
(a) 446 B.C.
(b) 520 B.C.
(c) 336 B.C.
(d) 220 B.C.

5. In celebration of good news, what festivities does Alexander conduct?
(a) Music, games, and poetry.
(b) Games, archery contests, and poetry.
(c) Music, archery contests, and poetry.
(d) Music, games, and archery contests.

Short Answer Questions

1. What other name is Arrian, the author, known as?

2. What is used to burn down the towers that Alexander builds as he attempts to secure Egypt?

3. How does Alexander respond to Darius' suggestion that Alexander should marry Darius' daughter?

4. Which of Thrace's neighbors were involved in their second battle with Alexander?

5. How many talents does Darius offer to Alexander as a way to retrieve his royal family?

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