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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book IX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What city does Robert take on his way to Dyrrachium?
(a) Valona.
(b) Florence.
(c) Venice.
(d) Rome.

2. What do the Scythians attack after being driven off by Alexius?
(a) General Opus' army.
(b) Pristhlava.
(c) The imperial tent.
(d) Bohemund.

3. What is Tzelgu's fate according to Anna?
(a) He died in battle.
(b) He was killed by a jealous underling.
(c) He died drowning.
(d) He was recalled for incompetence.

4. What does Robert do after his defeat by Alexius and his allies?
(a) He asks for Papal help.
(b) He sails to Spain.
(c) He waits for spring.
(d) He retreats to the Frank kingdom.

5. What frightens Alexius according to Anna?
(a) Robert's disregard for his men.
(b) The pope.
(c) Robert's army.
(d) Robert's will.

Short Answer Questions

1. What army does Anna say Alexius defeated during the time of the conflict over the emperor's succession?

2. What does Tzachas lose after bringing some Turk troops to his side?

3. What happens when people realize Alexius survived battle with Robert?

4. Who does Anna say Botaniates wished to concede the throne to?

5. What war does Book IV introduce?

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