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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Alexander deal with the resistance he encounters on the way to the Indian Ocean after recovering from his injury?
(a) At a normal pace.
(b) Slowly.
(c) Quickly.
(d) He does not encounter any resistance.

2. How old is Alexander when he takes the throne of Macedon?
(a) Fifteen.
(b) Twenty five.
(c) Twenty.
(d) Thirty.

3. How much resistance does Alexander encounter at Egypt?
(a) Moderate resistance.
(b) Heavy resistance.
(c) Slight resistance.
(d) No resistance.

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

5. What do the Macedonians fill the ravine in the Rock of Chorienes with as they climb?
(a) Dirt.
(b) Water.
(c) Tree branches.
(d) Rocks.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. When does Alexander arrive in Thapsacus?

3. Which river does Alexander travel after recovering from his injury?

4. What do the Macedonians make out of skins and straw the night before they plan to cross the river during the battle with Porus?

5. How many infantry does Alexander have when he begins his Asian campaign?

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