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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Alexander order his fleet to sail as he makes his way to Heliopolis?
(a) Luxor.
(b) Thebes.
(c) Memphis.
(d) Giza.

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

3. How long do Alexander's and Darius' armies prepare for battling each other a second time?
(a) One week.
(b) One day.
(c) A few days.
(d) A few weeks.

4. How was Ammon first depicted?
(a) As a ram.
(b) As a walrus.
(c) As a cow.
(d) As a bull.

5. What temple is a source of refuge for a town's population as Alexander battles to secure Egypt?
(a) The Temple of Zeus.
(b) The Temple of Heracles.
(c) The Temple of Poseidon.
(d) The Temple of Ares.

Short Answer Questions

1. What season is it when Alexander finishes reorganizing the government of Egypt and heads north?

2. How many lines of men does the phalanx consist of?

3. How does the Macedonian army pass through the Syrian Gates on their way to Darius?

4. How is Ammon later described?

5. How many cavalry does Alexander have when he makes his way to Pine Island?

(see the answer key)

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