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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. How did Alexander respond to Darius' death?

2. What initially prevented Alexander from pursuing Bessus after Alexander executed Parmenio?

3. How did Alexander finance his campaign into the Indian subcontinent?

4. What was the effect of the mass marriage ceremony held in Susa in 324 BC?

5. What was the name of Alexander's treasurer?

Short Essay Questions

1. How did Alexander's relationship with Parmenio change after the battle of Persepolis?

2. In what circumstances did Parmenio meet his end?

3. What was Darius' ultimate fate after his defeat at Gaugamela?

4. Describe Alexander's conquest of Gaza. Why was Gaza an important city to conquer?

5. What political move did Alexander make after Soghdian Rock, and why did he pursue this strategy?

6. Who were the Successors, and what importance did they have in Alexander's army?

7. Describe the beginning of Alexander's pursuit of Bessus, through the Hindu Kush.

8. After Gaza, describe Alexander's campaign through Egypt. How long was he there? What important events happened during his time in Egypt?

9. What strategy did Alexander take with conquering Babylon?

10. What was Alexander's plan after his Indian campaign? What curtailed further plans?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

a) Describe the manner in which Parmenio died.

b) How does Parmenio's death relate to Alexander's relationships with his troops?

c) How can Parmenio's death shed light on Alexander's mental state and his overall ability to lead?

Essay Topic 2

Describe the battle of Gaugamela. Include:

a) the pretext to the battle;

b) the major combatants;

c) the geographical context;

d) the events of the battle itself, including strategy and tactics; and

e) the results of the battle.

Essay Topic 3

Describe the battle of Issus. Include:

a) the pretext to the battle;

b) the major combatants;

c) the geographical context;

d) the events of the battle itself, including strategy and tactics; and

e) the results of the battle.

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