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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. 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.

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

4. Which of the following statements is true of Alexander as a boy?
(a) Alexander was shy and unassuming, and cared little for glory.
(b) Alexander never held grudges, and was always quick to forgive.
(c) Alexander was jealous of his father's military conquests.
(d) Alexander loathed his mother and much preferred his father.

5. For his 336 BC to 335 BC military campaign, what kind of training did Alexander have his troops undergo?
(a) Amphibious warfare.
(b) Mountain warfare.
(c) Desert warfare.
(d) Naval warfare.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What was the name of Philip's fifth wife?

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

4. Mieza was known for what export?

5. How many years did Alexander study with Aristotle?

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