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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Alexander begin his war against the Persians?

2. At what event was Philip assassinated?

3. What occurred in the siege of Halicarnassus?

4. Why was Philip interested in the region of Mt. Pangaeus?

5. What political deal did Alexander strike with queen Ada in Allinda?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did Darius propose at Marathos after the battle of Issus? What was Alexander's response?

2. Describe the values given to Alexander by Aristotle.

3. Describe Alexander's time in Gordium, including the Gordian Knot and the omen Alexander believed he received from Zeus.

4. Who supported the Thebean uprising? What role did Darius of Persia have in the uprising?

5. Describe the diplomatic fallout in regards to Persia's capturing of Sidon in 345 BC.

6. Describe Alexander's sack of Thebes. What negotiations occurred (and failed) prior to the city's destruction?

7. Why did Alexander send Parmenio to Damascus shortly after Alexander met Darius at Marathos? What did Parmenio succeed in procuring?

8. Describe the major events of the Siege of Halicarnassus.

9. Describe Alexander's childhood growing up, prior to studying with Aristotle.

10. Describe King Philip's aggressions toward the Illyrians, the battle that ensued, and the strategy Philip innovated during the battle.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast the upbringing Alexander experienced prior to studying with Aristotle, with the experience Alexander had with his years of study with Aristotle. How was Alexander's life different in each setting? What values did Alexander absorb in each setting?

Essay Topic 2

1) Describe Macedonia prior to King Philip's rule, including its location in the world, neighboring states, geography, and relative political power.

2) Describe the political system in Macedonia prior to King Philip's rule. How was the system organized? What code of laws was in place?

3) Describe the circumstances that contributed to Macedonia's rise in power and influence under King Philip II.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the state of Alexander's empire at the point of his death. After his death, what happened to Alexander's empire? List the major events involved in the wars of succession for Alexander's kingdom.

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