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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Alexius want to accompany him to the western countries?
(a) Isaac.
(b) Gregory.
(c) Empress Irene.
(d) Bohemund.

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

3. What town does Anna say gave itself freely to Robert at the start of Book V?
(a) Capri.
(b) Amalfi.
(c) Rome.
(d) Venice.

4. Who allows Bohemund to cross in Ilyria?
(a) The Turks.
(b) The Venetians.
(c) The Greeks.
(d) The Pope.

5. Why does Melissenus reconsider his claim to the throne according to Anna?
(a) The Comnenus family is powerful.
(b) His armies defected.
(c) He does not want the responsibility.
(d) He was paid off.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Alexius trust to go against the Comans in war?

2. How long does the war introduced in Book IV last?

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

4. What happened to Henry's ambassador according to Anna?

5. How old is Irene when Alexius takes power?

(see the answer key)

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