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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the main weapon of the Macedonian infantry under King Philip?
(a) Double-bladed axe.
(b) Sarissa.
(c) Short sword.
(d) Javelin.

2. Where was Philip when Alexander first led the troops, quelling a rebellion?
(a) By his side, overseeing the operation.
(b) With Olympias in Egypt.
(c) Involved in the Byzantine campaign.
(d) In Mieza.

3. Who assassinated Philip?
(a) Antipater.
(b) A jealous former male lover.
(c) Cleopatra.
(d) Parmenio.

4. At what age was Alexander appointed Regent of Macedonia?
(a) Sixteen.
(b) Ten.
(c) Twenty-four.
(d) Twenty-one.

5. Which Persian king did Alexander oppose in his military campaign?
(a) Xerxes.
(b) Apollonius.
(c) Darius.
(d) Memnon.

Short Answer Questions

1. In 335 BC, who commanded Persian military forces?

2. For his 336 BC to 335 BC military campaign, what kind of training did Alexander have his troops undergo?

3. What is the technical military term for a slanted infantry line, such as the one used at the battle of Chaeronaea?

4. In Persia's efforts to capture Sidon, whom did Philip support?

5. Which was NOT one of the types of troops Alexander included in his army that battled the Persians?

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