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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Alexander warned not to trust when he becomes ill?
(a) His general.
(b) His physician.
(c) The people of the town where he is staying.
(d) His army.

2. When does Alexander arrive in Thapsacus?
(a) September.
(b) June.
(c) August.
(d) November.

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

4. How much resistance does Alexander encounter at Egypt?
(a) Heavy resistance.
(b) No resistance.
(c) Slight resistance.
(d) Moderate resistance.

5. Where is the former governor/satrap of Egypt killed?
(a) Troprokkale.
(b) Sochoi.
(c) Mariandrus.
(d) Issus.

Short Answer Questions

1. As mentioned in the book, what are some of the accounts of Alexander's visit with the oracle provided by other historians considered?

2. In celebration of good news, what festivities does Alexander conduct?

3. How many enemy casualties are there in Alexander's second battle with the Thracians?

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

5. What other name is Arrian, the author, known as?

(see the answer key)

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