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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. After Massago, what action did Alexander take with his army?

2. How many people did Alexander massacre at Massago?

3. In the summer of 331 BC, where did Darius stage his army?

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

5. Who did Alexander send to Sousa after leaving Gaugamela?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. In what circumstances did Parmenio meet his end?

4. What kind of riches did Alexander discover in India? What compounded any financial difficulties Alexander encountered in India?

5. What was Alexander's history with Satibarzanes?

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

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

8. Describe the marriages that took place in Susa in 324 BC. How politically effective were these marriages?

9. After Massago, in what way did Alexander divide his army, and what orders did he give?

10. What strategy did Alexander take with conquering Babylon?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Alexander's time in Egypt in 331. Include:

a) major battles;

b) major cities conquered;

c) Alexander's involvement with Alexandria; and

d) the overall result of the Egyptian campaign.

Essay Topic 2

a) Describe the manner in which Darius died.

b) How did Darius' death impact Alexander's political as well as military strategies? What challenges did the death present?

c) How did Alexander react to Darius' death, and how did he change his strategy to suit the moment?

Essay Topic 3

What can Alexander's legacy be said to be? Discuss Hellenization and cite specific consequences of this process.

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