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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) Gregory.
(b) Empress Irene.
(c) Isaac.
(d) Bohemund.

2. Who does Alexius send to Ephesus according to Anna?
(a) John Ducas.
(b) Michael Ducas.
(c) Isaac.
(d) Bohemund.

3. Who does Alexius choose to fight Tzachas?
(a) John Ducas.
(b) Michael Ducas.
(c) Thalassocrator.
(d) He wants to fight Tzachas himself.

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

5. What punishment does the conspirator receive?
(a) His hands are cut off.
(b) Banishment.
(c) Put to death.
(d) Banishment and imprisonment.

Short Answer Questions

1. What oath does Bryennius take according to Anna?

2. What type of alliance is Bohemund seeking?

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

4. How many days is Alexius delayed by the conspiracy against him?

5. Who does Robert go to see with his troops?

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