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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who leads the army Alexius was fearful of according to Anna?
(a) Praetius
(b) Charles II.
(c) Vercingetorix.
(d) Peter.

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

4. What city does Bryennius hold?
(a) Castoria.
(b) Venice.
(c) Constantinople.
(d) Rome.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Alexius head after the fall of Dyrrachium?

2. Who does Alexius capture after leading a revolt in Trapezus?

3. What rumor appears after Alexius is crowned emperor according to Anna?

4. Which of Alexius' allies is wounded in battle?

5. What do the Latins try to capture according to Anna?

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