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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4 - Combat.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The overlapping shields of the Spartan soldiers create a solid wall of ___________.
(a) Bronze
(b) Gold
(c) Copper
(d) Silver

2. What does Leonidas believe the Persian King thinks he is?
(a) Too weak
(b) Too beautiful
(c) God
(d) Flawless

3. What Greek formation requires that the soldiers hold their bodies in a certain formation?
(a) Lambda Sigma
(b) Hoplite phalanx
(c) Alpha phalanx
(d) Delta

4. What does Ephialtes reveal to Leonidas as a way to circumvent the Hot Gates?
(a) Tunnel
(b) Gunpowder
(c) Hidden wooden opening
(d) Goat path

5. What does the place where the ephors live emit from the rocks?
(a) Blood
(b) Poisonous waters
(c) Black tar
(d) Fumes

Short Answer Questions

1. The oracle also states that no Spartan army will ____________.

2. ____________ realizes the Greeks have no hope of surviving the battle before them.

3. How many warriors is Leonidas going to be joined by on his walk away from his home?

4. What is Ephialtes not able to raise to the proper height, as seen in his demonstration of his fighting ability?

5. Who suggests the the King should be surrounded by bodyguards on his walk?

(see the answer key)

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