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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which year did the Persians capture Sidon from the Greeks?
(a) 202 BC.
(b) 785 BC.
(c) 345 BC.
(d) 114 AD.

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

3. What strategy did Philip use in 939 to defeat his enemy?
(a) He forced a sea war, as opposed to a war on land.
(b) He married a rival queen to forge peace.
(c) He used ballista for the first time in a battle.
(d) He forced a land war, as opposed to a war on the sea.

4. What acted as a restraint on the power wielded by the King of Macedon?
(a) He could not engage in foreign policy decisions.
(b) His wives were chosen by the Macedonian assembly.
(c) He could be voted out by the Macedonian assembly.
(d) He was not allowed to personally lead the army.

5. Which is NOT one of the qualities Aristotle bestowed on young Alexander?
(a) Self-control.
(b) Hedonistic view on life.
(c) Analytical mind.
(d) Scientific curiosity.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of military leader was King Philip?

2. What regions was Macedonia divided into prior to Alexander's birth?

3. Which of the following statements is true of Alexander as a boy?

4. At what event was Philip assassinated?

5. At what age was Alexander appointed Regent of Macedonia?

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