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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 7, Book 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the main subject of the stories included in the "book of the book"?
(a) Money.
(b) Leadership.
(c) Politics.
(d) Friendship.

2. What word best describes the description of the ancient forms of military ranking in the book?
(a) Hidden.
(b) Brief.
(c) Moderate.
(d) Extensive.

3. Who was Dercylidas?
(a) A Macedonian commander.
(b) A Theban commander.
(c) A Persian commander.
(d) A Spartan commander.

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

5. Based on Xenophon's explanation, what happened after the raid?
(a) Two cities surrendered.
(b) A civil war began.
(c) Counter measures were prepared.
(d) Nothing.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which one of the following does not describe Alcibiades as he is portrayed in the book?

2. What was the purpose of the massacre?

3. What are the ships that Alcibiades led called?

4. What are the main events of the first chapter focused on?

5. According to one man's advice, what should another man first consider when choosing a wife?

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