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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, A History of My Times : Chapter 4, Book 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many military leaders are discussed in the first chapter?
(a) Only one.
(b) Several.
(c) None.
(d) A few.

2. According to one man's advice, what should another man first consider when choosing a wife?
(a) Wealth.
(b) Appearance.
(c) Personality.
(d) Intelligence.

3. Which of the following are distinct from the author in "A History of My Times"?
(a) The translator, the editor, and the writer of the introduction.
(b) The translator and the writer of the introduction.
(c) The translator and the editor.
(d) The writer of the introduction and the editor.

4. What were trophies often made out of?
(a) Gold.
(b) The enemy's shields.
(c) The enemy's spears.
(d) Silver.

5. What factor was heavily considered when choosing the ranks of military officers in ancient times?
(a) Political affiliations.
(b) Age.
(c) Marital status.
(d) Wealth.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the main subject of the stories included in the "book of the book"?

2. What is the advice given by the editor to those people that do not appreciate the notes at the end of the Introduction?

3. Who was Dercylidas?

4. In the adviser's opinion, what social class should the woman be?

5. What does George Cawkwell contribute to "A History of My Times"?

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