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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Alexander defeats the Getae people, what does he do to their town?
(a) He ignores it.
(b) He renames it.
(c) He burns it.
(d) He ridicules it.

2. How many of Alexander's men are killed in the second battle with the Thracians?
(a) Fifty five.
(b) Sixty five.
(c) Seventy five.
(d) Forty five.

3. Facing resistance from Glaucias, what town does Alexander attempt to take?
(a) Pelium.
(b) Thasos.
(c) Ambracia.
(d) Maronea.

4. How does Athens originally react to Alexander's plan to build an army?
(a) They are confused by it.
(b) They resist it.
(c) They encourage it.
(d) They are angered by it.

5. How many cavalry does Alexander have when he makes his way to Pine Island?
(a) Eighteen hundred.
(b) Seventeen hundred.
(c) Fifteen hundred.
(d) Sixteen hundred.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What type of talents does the town of Aspendus offer to Alexander after surrendering?

3. Which one of the following is not included in the list of things that J.R. Hamilton clarifies in the book's footnotes?

4. Which omen does Alexander pay attention to which leads him to render the Persian navy useless?

5. Which assassin is responsible for killing Philip of Macedon?

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