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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Alexander approaches, where does Darius move his troops?
(a) Arados.
(b) Gaugamela.
(c) Alexandria.
(d) Issus.

2. Which river does Alexander cross before defeating Bessus?
(a) The Euphrates.
(b) The Oxus.
(c) The Indus.
(d) The Tigris.

3. Which sea does Alexander try to establish ports on after dealing with the knot in Gordium?
(a) The Mediterranean Sea.
(b) The Sea of Crete.
(c) The Aegean Sea.
(d) The Ionian Sea.

4. Which mountains does Alexander pass on the way to the Syrian Gates?
(a) The Anti Toros Mountains.
(b) The Pontic Mountains.
(c) The Instranca Mountains.
(d) The Amanus Mountains.

5. What season is it when Alexander finishes reorganizing the government of Egypt and heads north?
(a) Winter.
(b) Summer.
(c) Fall.
(d) Spring.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many talents does Alexander seize from Darius' royal tent?

2. According to the legend, what happens to a person if they can untie the knot at Gordium?

3. As mentioned in the book, what are some of the accounts of Alexander's visit with the oracle provided by other historians considered?

4. In one version of the story, how does Alexander deal with the knot at Gordium?

5. What happens to Alexander after he takes the healing potion?

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