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

2. Alexander was seriously wounded in what Indian battle?

3. Who led the Indian army that opposed Alexander in India?

4. What promise did Alexander make to the citizens of Babylon when entering the city?

5. How did Bessus die?

Short Essay Questions

1. What strategy did Alexander take with conquering Persepolis?

2. Describe what Antipater was doing in Greece while Alexander was away. What did he think of Alexander's claim to divinity? What were his own ambitions for power?

3. Describe the battle of Gaugamela. How even were the forces? What strategy did Alexander use? What were the results of the battle?

4. In what circumstances did Parmenio meet his end?

5. What did Darius' death mean for Alexander, politically?

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

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

8. Describe what happened when Alexander finally reached the Indian Ocean.

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

10. Describe Alexander's experience in Chenab as he sailed down the Jhelum River. What action did his army take?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

a) Why did Alexander's victory at Gaugamela and resultant strategy represent a turning point in Alexander's relationship with his professional army? How did this relationship progress over time?

b) Describe the events of Chenab and Chenab citadel, and how they relate to Alexander's relationship with his troops.

b) Describe what action Alexander took at Opis, and how it relates to his relationship with his troops.

Essay Topic 2

Describe the battle of Granicus River. 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 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.

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