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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many talents is the town of Soli fined by Alexander?
(a) Two hundred.
(b) Four hundred.
(c) One hundred.
(d) Three hundred.

2. How does Alexander react to the note of warning that he receives while he is ill?
(a) He is confused.
(b) He is amused.
(c) He is undisturbed.
(d) He is angered.

3. Which one of the following is secured by the Macedonians while Alexander is at Soli?
(a) Byzantium.
(b) Apamea.
(c) Halicarnassus.
(d) Nicomedia.

4. Where is Thrace located?
(a) South of Macedonia.
(b) West of Macedonia.
(c) East of Macedonia.
(d) North of Macedonia.

5. What part of his army does Alexander reinforce before charging Darius' army?
(a) The right plank.
(b) The left plank.
(c) The middle.
(d) The back.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Alexander first attack the Persian army in their second battle?

2. How many days does Alexander mourn for Cleitus' death?

3. Which sea does Alexander try to establish ports on after dealing with the knot in Gordium?

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

5. How old is Alexander when he takes the throne of Macedon?

(see the answer key)

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