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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of Alexius' allies had to retreat after a defeat?
(a) The King of France.
(b) Isaac.
(c) Michael Ducas.
(d) John Italus.

2. What group does Anna say Alexius was able to ally with?
(a) Muslims.
(b) Manicheans.
(c) Paulicians.
(d) Trappists.

3. Who does Anna's father fight against before becoming emperor?
(a) Obelix.
(b) Vercingetorix.
(c) Ursel.
(d) Clovis.

4. At the start of Book II, what rank does Alexius attain under Michael Ducas?
(a) Generalisimo.
(b) General in chief.
(c) Major.
(d) Pope.

5. Who wins the battle at the end of Book IV?
(a) Robert.
(b) Alexius.
(c) Palaeologus.
(d) The Turks.

Short Answer Questions

1. What group does Anna say Alexius tried to convert?

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

3. Who became Patriarch under Alexius?

4. What military advantage does Robert have?

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

(see the answer key)

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