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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Alexander defeats the Getae people, what does he do to their town?
(a) He ignores it.
(b) He renames it.
(c) He burns it.
(d) He ridicules it.

2. Which of the following is not included in the list of places liberated by Alexander while battling the Persians?
(a) Lade.
(b) Attalia.
(c) Sardis.
(d) Ephesus.

3. How many shifts does Alexander work the Macedonians as they climb the Rock of Chorienes?
(a) Five.
(b) Seven.
(c) Two.
(d) Four.

4. Who was Philip of Macedon's wife when he was assassinated?
(a) Olympias.
(b) Phila.
(c) Audata.
(d) Cleopatra.

5. How many Getae troops have gathered on the opposite bank of Pine Island as Alexander attempts to land?
(a) Thirty thousand.
(b) Twenty thousand.
(c) Forty thousand.
(d) Fifty thousand.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does it take for Alexander to regret killing Cleitus?

2. How many lines of men does the phalanx consist of?

3. What is used to burn down the towers that Alexander builds as he attempts to secure Egypt?

4. As Alexander approaches, where does Darius move his troops?

5. What type of talents does the town of Aspendus offer to Alexander after surrendering?

(see the answer key)

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