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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Robert delegate some of his troops to?
(a) Bohemund.
(b) The pope.
(c) No one.
(d) John Italus.

2. What was John Italus accused of spreading?
(a) Lies about Alexius' death.
(b) Robert's propaganda.
(c) False doctrine.
(d) The plague.

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

4. Why does Alexius have many devotees?
(a) His political power.
(b) His good looks.
(c) His intelligence and virtue.
(d) His money.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What city does Tzachas conquer during a rebellion in Cyprus?

2. What does Anna say Alexius needed to defeat Robert?

3. What family helped Alexius secure the right of the throne over his brother Isaac?

4. Who is Tatus according to Anna?

5. Who opposes the means Alexius found to raise money?

(see the answer key)

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