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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. How old is Alexander when he takes the throne of Macedon?
(a) Fifteen.
(b) Twenty five.
(c) Thirty.
(d) Twenty.

3. How far away is Sochi, when Alexander learns that Darius is there?
(a) One day away.
(b) Two days away.
(c) Two weeks away.
(d) One week away.

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

5. In celebration of good news, what festivities does Alexander conduct?
(a) Music, games, and poetry.
(b) Music, archery contests, and poetry.
(c) Games, archery contests, and poetry.
(d) Music, games, and archery contests.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What slows Alexander down when he crosses the Syrian Gates on his way to Sochi?

4. Which tactic does Alexander use to defeat the Thracians in their first battle?

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

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