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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 1, Book 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How were a majority of people in the military compensated in the classical era?
(a) They were unpaid.
(b) They were paid abundantly.
(c) They were paid very little.
(d) They were paid moderately.

2. Which other historian's works did Xenophon have published?
(a) Thucydides.
(b) Theopompus.
(c) Dinon.
(d) Ephorus.

3. How was Xenophon regarded as a military leader?
(a) He was the worst leader in the military.
(b) He was the best leader in the military.
(c) He was not the best leader, but was able to lead effectively.
(d) He was not the best leader, and was unable to lead effectively.

4. What are the main events of the first chapter focused on?
(a) Military battles.
(b) Military uniforms.
(c) Military procedures.
(d) Military language.

5. Where is the bibliography located in "A History of My Times"?
(a) On the back cover.
(b) Throughout the main text.
(c) After the main text.
(d) Before the main text.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Xenophon begin his story?

2. Who was Alcibiades' mentor?

3. How is the bottom of the ranks characterized in the book?

4. What is the fewest amount of ships involved in the water and shoreline battles of Chapter 1?

5. What type of literature is Betty Radice known for?

(see the answer key)

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