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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. Upon his return, the man went to live with which of the following?

2. How many weeks does this occur before the launch?

3. The grandfather refers to _____ as being the noblest of men.

4. Who was the great statesman and leader at the time?

5. Who addresses the Athenians?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happened to Lion and Polemides at this time?

2. How did the Plague affect Polemides on a personal level?

3. What does Gylippus do while the Athenians wait to sail? Where does Alcibiades fit into the story?

4. Discuss the arrival of and devastation caused by the Plague.

5. Discuss the rumors that reach Polemides regarding the invasion of Sicily.

6. How is Alcibiades double crossed? What does he do to fight back?

7. Who was Eunice? How was she attached to Polemides?

8. What is Telamon's prediction about the war? Why does Telamon make the prediction? Is it correct?

9. Discuss the Olympic Games as they relate to Alcibiades and the story.

10. Who objects to the Sicilian campaign? What authority does this person have? What actions are taken?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The story of Socrates is a constant thread throughout the story as Jason's connection with the great philosopher is the way in which Jason meets Polemides. Explain the importance of including Socrates in the story. Write a biographical sketch on Socrates and tell why he was in prison. Include Socrates' philosophies and legacy.

Essay Topic 2

Polemides manages to be reassigned to the north where he meets up with Alcibiades once again. Describe in detail the scene found by Polemides. Discuss what Polemides sees when he finds Alcibiades. What has happened to Alcibiades? Why is he in such dire straits? What has caused Alcibiades injury? What are Alcibiades' plans? How does Alcibiades die?

Essay Topic 3

Discuss Alcibiades' defection to Sparta. What was Alcibiades' role in Sparta? Discuss Alcibiades' relationship with Lysander and other Spartan leaders. What achievements did Alcibiades gain while in Sparta? What was Alcibiades' contribution to the city-state? How was Alcibiades able to gain respect from the Spartans? Did Lysander's opinion of Alcibiades change during his tenure? What were Lysander's behind the scenes plans?

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