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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of military leader was King Philip?
(a) He did not keep much of an army during his reign.
(b) He relied heavily on improvisation and instinct.
(c) He was a strict disciplinarian.
(d) He was a procrastinator who did not insist on high standards.

2. Who killed Amyntus and Caranus?
(a) Philip.
(b) Olympias.
(c) Demosthenes.
(d) Cleopatra.

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

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

5. During the uprising of 335 BC, on what condition did Thebes offer its surrender?
(a) City leaders demanded that their women survive unharmed.
(b) City leaders demanded Alexander relinquish the Macedonian crown.
(c) City leaders demanded that Alexander conquer their enemy, Thrace.
(d) City leaders demanded the surrender of two of Alexander's military leaders.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which BEST characterizes Olympias' relationship with Alexander?

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

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

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

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