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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many years did Alexander study with Aristotle?
(a) Eight.
(b) Three.
(c) Fourteen.
(d) One.

2. Who was the mother of Alexander?
(a) Ariadne.
(b) Theta.
(c) Parmenia.
(d) Olympias.

3. Which BEST characterizes Olympias' relationship with Alexander?
(a) The two were very close.
(b) She envied and hated Alexander.
(c) She feared him and felt terrorized by him.
(d) She never knew Alexander.

4. What military strategy did Philip innovate in his battle with the Illyrians?
(a) Ranged combat with archers.
(b) He used elephants in war for the first time.
(c) Shields for the front line.
(d) A slanted infantry line.

5. What was Philip's opinion of his son's ambition?
(a) Philip recognized it, and plotted with Olympias to kill Alexander.
(b) Philip recognized it, but thought Alexander was no threat.
(c) Philip recognized it and tried to sire an alternate heir to Alexander.
(d) Philip did not recognize it, and Alexander seized power under his nose.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. In response to learning that Philip supported the Persians, what did the Greeks do?

4. Mieza was known for what export?

5. What strategy did Philip use in 939 to defeat his enemy?

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