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

2. As Alexander approaches, where does Darius move his troops?
(a) Arados.
(b) Issus.
(c) Gaugamela.
(d) Alexandria.

3. Which omen does Alexander pay attention to which leads him to render the Persian navy useless?
(a) An eagle.
(b) A hawk.
(c) A tiger.
(d) A lion.

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

5. Who does Alexander make sacrifices to after seizing the town of the Getae?
(a) Zeus and Poseidon.
(b) Zeus and Heracles.
(c) Zeus and Apollo.
(d) Zeus and Ares.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of his army does Alexander reinforce before charging Darius' army?

2. How many talents does Alexander seize from Darius' royal tent?

3. Facing resistance from Glaucias, what town does Alexander attempt to take?

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

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

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