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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Xenophon's story, what prompted an invitation for a raid?
2. How was a military leader treated after a raid during the story?
3. How many men are discussing the idea of marriage in Book 2, Chapter 4?
4. Based on Xenophon's explanation, what happened after the raid?
5. Besides augury, which one of the following was another feature of Ancient Greek religion?
Short Essay Questions
1. What happened in the city of Phocis and why did Sparta help?
2. What problems in Arcadia end the book, "A History of My Times"?
3. How were people educated and trained for their service in a military team?
4. According to Xenophon's story, what is the first thing that a man should consider when deciding which woman to marry, and how does that compare to today's culture?
5. What is an oracle?
6. In response to the objections, what was Procles' proposal that clarified the agreement between Athens and Sparta?
7. What led Athens and Sparta to contemplate an alliance?
8. How was it possible for a leader to put his own self-interest above the team, and was it considered a positive or a negative action?
9. What type of a ruler was Alexander of Pherae in Thessaly?
10. How did the Arcadians gain their self-importance, and what did that do for the region?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Explain how and why Xenophon chooses to depict Alcibiades and the battles that involve him in the story. Use the references made in the book to analyze how Xenophon's story adds information to previous events, and the reputation of Alcibiades' mentor, Socrates. Include whether or not you think Xenophon is objective in his description of Alcibiades, considering his admiration for Socrates.
Essay Topic 2
The different classes and ranks of the military are a significant part of Xenophon's story. 1) Describe the difference between higher and lower ranks, along with how they are assigned.
2) Explain why and how wealth is considered when delegating the ranks of the ancient military.
3) Analyze the participation of women in the military of ancient Greece, including the reasons they would want or not want to join.
Essay Topic 3
In the introduction of "A History of My Times", it is made clear that the book is intended for academic audiences.
1) Describe the formatting of the book discussing how the publisher designed it to be more accessible for scholars.
2) Explain the difference between a memoir and history, and explore why the editor makes the distinction for the book.
3) Analyze the advice given by the editor to prepare the reader for the story and the way it is presented.
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