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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Alexius capture after leading a revolt in Trapezus?
(a) Isaac Contostephanus.
(b) Dyrrachius.
(c) Bohemund.
(d) Gregory Taronites.

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

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

4. Who engages Tzachas in battle according to Anna?
(a) Michael Ducas.
(b) John Ducas.
(c) Alexius' main army.
(d) Caesar.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Alexius start having problems with at the start of Book III?

2. Who allows Bohemund to cross in Ilyria?

3. Who has Nilus cavorted with?

4. What language does Anna speak according to the Preface and Book I?

5. What was odd about the army Alexius was fearful of?

(see the answer key)

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