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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 were some of the complaints about the men that Xenophon led in the military?
(a) They were undisciplined.
(b) They were not aggressive enough.
(c) They were too aggressive.
(d) They were over-disciplined.

2. Where did the Spartans place a trophy?
(a) At the site of their first victory.
(b) At the side of their first defeat.
(c) On the grave of a fallen soldier.
(d) On a mountain.

3. Where was the massacre Xenophon writes about committed?
(a) In a large hall.
(b) In public.
(c) In private.
(d) In a forest.

4. Where is the location of the first event Xenophon recounts in Book 2, Chapter 5?
(a) Ithaca.
(b) Aegina.
(c) Delos.
(d) Thira.

5. What was Thibron's position in the Spartan military?
(a) Admiral.
(b) Field commander.
(c) Infantry guard.
(d) General.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many mercenaries did Polydamas claim to have available to him?

2. How often did Polydamas test his men?

3. Which Spartan helped Cyrus by providing him with ships?

4. In Book 2, Chapter 2, how long is the story about a specific plan to raise money in the book?

5. What did Polydamas do with men who were lacking the preferred military skills?

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