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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What slows Alexander down when he crosses the Syrian Gates on his way to Sochi?
(a) His crew's complaining.
(b) An illness.
(c) The weather.
(d) An unexpected attack.

2. How does the Macedonian army pass through the Syrian Gates on their way to Darius?
(a) In a wide line and at night.
(b) In a narrow line and at night.
(c) In a wide line and during the day.
(d) In a narrow line and during the day.

3. Which island does Alexander experience problems with while trying to secure Egypt?
(a) Naqoura.
(b) El Mina.
(c) Tyre.
(d) Sidon.

4. Which river does Alexander cross before battling the Getae army?
(a) Elpeus.
(b) Arahthos.
(c) Danube.
(d) Pinios.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Who is Alexander warned not to trust when he becomes ill?

4. When is Philip of Macedon assassinated?

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

(see the answer key)

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