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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many days does Alexander battle the mercenaries from Massaga?
(a) Three.
(b) Two.
(c) Five.
(d) Four.

2. What is used to burn down the towers that Alexander builds as he attempts to secure Egypt?
(a) A flaming cattle boat.
(b) Burning ropes.
(c) Torches.
(d) Flamed arrows.

3. What type of water, with sea creatures in it, does Alexander find on his way to the Indian Ocean?
(a) Fresh water.
(b) Brackish.
(c) Saltwater.
(d) Muddy.

4. During the rapids, what prevents the boats from becoming severely damaged?
(a) Light winds.
(b) Deep water.
(c) Keeping the boats light with floats.
(d) No wind.

5. What side of the Rock of Sogdiana has sheer cliffs?
(a) Every side.
(b) The west side.
(c) The east side.
(d) The north side.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many chariots does Porus' son have when he first faces Alexander?

2. On what river does Alexander first use boats to build a bridge?

3. How high are the earthworks that Alexander must build in his sieges against Gaza?

4. How wide is the battlefield between the Mediterranean Sea and the coastal mountains where Alexander and Darius meet?

5. How many towns offer Alexander resistance in the beginning of Section 4?

(see the answer key)

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