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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What city does Bohemund take at the end of Book XII?

2. Who has Nilus cavorted with?

3. Where do the Scythians attack Alexius' army?

4. What type of alliance is Bohemund seeking?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens between Bohemund and Alexius at the end of Book XI?

2. Why are the Turks terrified?

3. What happened to the Scythians in the battle at Levenium that proved pivotal to the war?

4. What happens to Bohemund's ships and what happens as a result?

5. What do the negotiations discussed at the end of Book XIII result in?

6. What does Bohemund do when he reaches Lombardy in Book XII?

7. What does Alexius hope to do Bohemund's allies, friends, and servants?

8. Why did Alexius' advisers try to dissuade him?

9. When Alexius is focusing on the Turks in Book XIV, who is keeping hold of Antioch?

10. What happened with Nilus at the beginning of Book X?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The Church of the Holy Sepulcher is one of the most significant religious and cultural settings in the Byzantine Empire. In an essay, discuss the significance of the Church and give examples from the text to support your discussion.

Essay Topic 2

Alexius and Bohemund come to an understanding or peace treaty in "The Alexiad". In an essay, discuss the negotiations between the two parties and analyze how they made the negotiation. Discuss whether you think the negotiations benefited on person or if the negotiation was mutually beneficial. Use the text and secondary sources as needed to support your discussion.

Essay Topic 3

In an essay, discuss the role of the empress in "The Alexiad", including her responsibilities and tasks. Students may use outside resources to support their discussion.

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