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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many talents does Alexander seize from Darius' royal tent?
(a) Four thousand.
(b) Three thousand.
(c) Two thousand.
(d) One thousand.

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

3. Which sea does Alexander try to establish ports on after dealing with the knot in Gordium?
(a) The Aegean Sea.
(b) The Sea of Crete.
(c) The Ionian Sea.
(d) The Mediterranean Sea.

4. What temple is a source of refuge for a town's population as Alexander battles to secure Egypt?
(a) The Temple of Ares.
(b) The Temple of Poseidon.
(c) The Temple of Zeus.
(d) The Temple of Heracles.

5. Which northwest town rebels against Alexander after his battle with Glaucias?
(a) Delphi.
(b) Thermon.
(c) Elatea.
(d) Thebes.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Alexander react to the note of warning that he receives while he is ill?

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

3. Who was Philip of Macedon's wife when he was assassinated?

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

5. Where does Alexander's first Asian battle take place?

(see the answer key)

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