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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who joins forces with Alexius according to Anna?
(a) The Turks.
(b) The Comans.
(c) The Franks.
(d) The Dalmatians.

2. Where is Alexius resting after his battle with Robert?
(a) Achrida and Diabolis.
(b) Rome.
(c) Venice.
(d) Achrida.

3. What does Anna Dalassena not want?
(a) Money.
(b) More children.
(c) Her son to be emperor.
(d) Power.

4. Who proclaimed himself emperor of Rome and was defeated by Alexius?
(a) Nicephorus Bryennius.
(b) Mark Antony.
(c) Ursel.
(d) Robert.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What strikes Robert's troops after the fighting resumes against Alexius and his allies?

2. Who does Alexius battle at the start of Book IX?

3. Why does Botaniates renounce his claim to the throne?

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

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

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