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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 the ethnic makeup of Alexander's army change by the time he entered India?

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

3. Alexander believed which god was his true father?

4. What role did Alexander envision his Successors would have?

5. How did Alexander respond to Darius' death?

Short Essay Questions

1. What strategy did Alexander take with the city of Ambphi, and why did he pursue this strategy?

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

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

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

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

6. What was Alexander's history with Satibarzanes?

7. How did Alexander's relationship with his army change after the battle of Gaugamela?

8. Describe the build-up to the battle of Gaugamela. Where was Darius' army located, and what strategy did he try to employ? How did Alexander counter this strategy?

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

10. What action did Alexander take in 324 BC when he arrived in Opis? How did the troops react? How did Alexander respond to this troop reaction?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe the battle of Jhelum 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 2

Describe the circumstances surrounding Alexander's death. Why is this moment unclear to historians? What are specific theories behind Alexander's death? What evidence do historians provide to back up these theories?

Essay Topic 3

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.

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