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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, pgs. 461 - 488.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year was the battle of Pelium fought?
(a) 480 BC.
(b) 335 BC.
(c) 320 BC.
(d) 128 AD.

2. What did Alexander decide to do with Darius' body?
(a) He ordered it taken to Macedonia to be hung from the palace walls.
(b) He ordered it burned.
(c) He ordered it taken to Persepolis for proper burial.
(d) He ordered it to be buried in the spot it was found.

3. Where did Darius offer a settlement to Alexander after the battle of Issus?
(a) Marathos.
(b) Babylon.
(c) Sidon.
(d) Tyre.

4. How did Bessus die?
(a) He died of an arrow wound.
(b) He was publicly tried and executed.
(c) Alexander beheaded him.
(d) His men mutinied and murdered him.

5. In Persia's efforts to capture Sidon, whom did Philip support?
(a) The Egyptians.
(b) The Assyrians.
(c) The Athenians.
(d) The Spartans.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which commander opposed Alexander at the battle of Granicus River?

2. About how long did Alexander wage war overall?

3. What was the general troop reaction to Alexander's execution of Parmenio?

4. In what year was Alexander the Great born?

5. Which of the following was NOT captured by Alexander at Damascus?

(see the answer key)

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