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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many lines of men does the phalanx consist of?
(a) Six.
(b) Eight.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

2. How many infantry does Alexander have when he begins his Asian campaign?
(a) Forty thousand.
(b) Twenty thousand.
(c) Thirty thousand.
(d) Fifty thousand.

3. Facing resistance from Glaucias, what town does Alexander attempt to take?
(a) Thasos.
(b) Ambracia.
(c) Maronea.
(d) Pelium.

4. How many talents does Alexander seize from Darius' royal tent?
(a) Four thousand.
(b) Three thousand.
(c) Two thousand.
(d) One thousand.

5. How does Alexander react to the note of warning that he receives while he is ill?
(a) He is amused.
(b) He is confused.
(c) He is undisturbed.
(d) He is angered.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the oracle of Ammon that Alexander visits located?

2. Which tactic does Alexander use to defeat the Thracians in their first battle?

3. Which of the following is not included in the description of the scenery surrounding the shrine of Ammon?

4. How does Alexander respond to Darius' offer to be allies?

5. When is Philip of Macedon assassinated?

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