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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 6, Book 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What type of ruler is Mania described as?
(a) Neither sincere nor effective.
(b) Sincere and effective.
(c) Sincere, but ineffective.
(d) Effective, but not sincere.

3. What was the reason for the Spartans' animal sacrifice?
(a) Bad weather.
(b) War.
(c) To serve as a warning.
(d) To celebrate.

4. How many total chapters are included in the book?
(a) Twelve.
(b) Four.
(c) Ten.
(d) Eight.

5. How many politically sanctioned killings were there in the story told in Book 2, Chapter 2?
(a) At least one.
(b) None.
(c) More than fifteen.
(d) More than ten.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Alcibiades enjoy?

2. What was the incentive for women to serve in the ancient Greek military?

3. What was the purpose of the massacre?

4. What was an animal sacrifice known as in some ancient cultures?

5. How does Betty Radice suggest to readers that Xenophon's work should be read?

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