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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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) A slanted infantry line.
(d) Shields for the front line.

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

3. Where did Alexander begin his studies with Aristotle?
(a) Pella.
(b) Jhelum.
(c) Mieza.
(d) Athens.

4. What is the technical military term for a slanted infantry line, such as the one used at the battle of Chaeronaea?
(a) V-wing.
(b) Robust.
(c) Refused.
(d) Deferred.

5. What was the Macedonian infantry known as?
(a) Ground Quake.
(b) The Fighting Macedons.
(c) The Foot Companions.
(d) The Warrior Eagles.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who assassinated Philip?

2. Mieza was known for what export?

3. At what event was Philip assassinated?

4. Where was Philip when Alexander first led the troops, quelling a rebellion?

5. How many years did Alexander study with Aristotle?

(see the answer key)

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