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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How are the sides matched in the battle between Alexander and Darius?
(a) Alexander's army is outnumbered.
(b) Both armies have the same number of troops.
(c) Darius' army is outnumbered.
(d) There is no record of how many troops either army had.

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

3. How wide is the battlefield between the Mediterranean Sea and the coastal mountains where Alexander and Darius meet?
(a) Two to four miles.
(b) Two to three miles.
(c) One to three miles.
(d) One to two miles.

4. Which mountains does Alexander pass on the way to the Syrian Gates?
(a) The Pontic Mountains.
(b) The Anti Toros Mountains.
(c) The Instranca Mountains.
(d) The Amanus Mountains.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has the Persian Empire been trying to conquer Greece when Alexander builds an army to attack it?

2. How many talents is the town of Soli fined by Alexander?

3. Which island does Alexander experience problems with while trying to secure Egypt?

4. Why does Alexander fine the town of Soli?

5. How many infantry does Alexander have when he begins his Asian campaign?

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