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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 did the Spartans do with Polydamas after they handled his request?
(a) They sent him away.
(b) They complimented him.
(c) They ridiculed him.
(d) They asked him to join their army.

2. In Book 2, Chapter 2, how long is the story about a specific plan to raise money in the book?
(a) It is long, but features several smaller segments.
(b) It is an average length.
(c) It is brief.
(d) It is long.

3. As depicted in Book 2, Chapter 5, what can the actions of one leader affect?
(a) An entire country.
(b) A particular law.
(c) An entire city.
(d) Another leader.

4. How many men was Xenophon in charge of during his service in the military?
(a) Ten thousand.
(b) Five thousand.
(c) Fifteen thousand.
(d) Twenty thousand.

5. How many men are discussing the idea of marriage in Book 2, Chapter 4?
(a) Five.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) Three.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the bibliography located in "A History of My Times"?

2. Which element(s) must be included in the ancient ritual sacrifices discussed in Book 2, Chapter 5?

3. Who was Cinadon meeting when he is arrested?

4. What were some of the complaints about the men that Xenophon led in the military?

5. In Chapter 5, how much of the text is dedicated to the military alliances and balancing of power within them?

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