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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Alexander fine the town of Soli?
(a) For their attempt to mislead him.
(b) For their support of the Persians.
(c) For their lack of supplies.
(d) For their attempt to hide from him.

2. Before being wounded, what does Alexander stand on as he prepares to jump into a particular Mallian town?
(a) A mountain.
(b) A wood box.
(c) A rock.
(d) A wall.

3. After monsoon season, what happens between the Macedonians and the natives they encounter?
(a) The natives surrender after a lengthy fight.
(b) The natives surrender without a fight.
(c) The natives surrender after a brief fight.
(d) The natives hide and are never seen.

4. What happens to Alexander after he takes the healing potion?
(a) It has no effect on him.
(b) He becomes sick again.
(c) His recovery is delayed by an additional two weeks.
(d) He fully recovers.

5. What is the knot that Alexander attempts to untie at Gordium called?
(a) The Gordian knot.
(b) The Great Knot of Asia.
(c) The Great Knot of Gordian.
(d) The Asian knot.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which one of the following is secured by the Macedonians while Alexander is at Soli?

2. What do the Macedonians fill the ravine in the Rock of Chorienes with as they climb?

3. In celebration of good news, what festivities does Alexander conduct?

4. How many animals die in the desert that the Macedonians travel across after monsoon season?

5. How many soldiers volunteer to climb the Rock of Sogdiana?

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