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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do the Macedonians enter the second battle against Darius and the Persian army?
(a) They have more troops and are better armed.
(b) They have more troops, but are not as well armed.
(c) They are outnumbered and not as well armed.
(d) They are outnumbered, but are better armed.

2. How many miles does the Getae army retreat after Alexander attacks them?
(a) Ten.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) Eight

3. What river is Thapsacus located near?
(a) The Tigris.
(b) The Euphrates.
(c) The Atbara.
(d) The Nile.

4. What final "unconquerable place" does Alexander attack after defeating the mercenaries from Massaga?
(a) The Rock of Pamir.
(b) The Rock of Aornos.
(c) The Rock of Maracanda.
(d) The Rock of Arachosia.

5. How are the sides matched in the battle between Alexander and Darius?
(a) There is no record of how many troops either army had.
(b) Both armies have the same number of troops.
(c) Darius' army is outnumbered.
(d) Alexander's army is outnumbered.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is the oracle of Ammon that Alexander visits located?

2. Which river does Alexander cross before battling the Getae army?

3. Which island does Alexander experience problems with while trying to secure Egypt?

4. What do the natives on top of the Rock of Sogdiana tell Alexander that he needs to defeat them?

5. What other name is Arrian, the author, known as?

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