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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What gives stability to the bridge that Alexander is building to cross the river?
(a) Poles.
(b) Railings.
(c) Rock piles.
(d) Rope.

2. What do the Macedonians use against the elephants in Porus' army?
(a) Pikes.
(b) Rocks.
(c) Dirt.
(d) Water.

3. Which one of the following is not included in the list of things that J.R. Hamilton clarifies in the book's footnotes?
(a) Number of troops involved in battles.
(b) Names of places.
(c) Alexander's age during the battles.
(d) Geography.

4. How many days does Alexander battle the mercenaries from Massaga?
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Five.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How long does it take for Alexander to regret killing Cleitus?

2. How are the sides matched in the battle between Alexander and Darius?

3. In one version of the story, how does Alexander deal with the knot at Gordium?

4. Which river are the Scythians near when they taunt Alexander?

5. Where does Alexander's first Asian battle take place?

(see the answer key)

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