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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much resistance does Alexander encounter as he marches into India?
(a) No resistance.
(b) Significant resistance.
(c) Slight resistance.
(d) Moderate resistance.

2. On what river does Alexander first use boats to build a bridge?
(a) Kaveri.
(b) Narmada.
(c) Indus.
(d) Ganges.

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

4. What is the city of Alexandria known as?
(a) The Pearl of the Mediterranean.
(b) The Diamond of Egypt.
(c) The Pearl of Egypt.
(d) The Diamond of the Mediterranean.

5. Which river are the Scythians near when they taunt Alexander?
(a) Tibis.
(b) Ogosta.
(c) Tanais.
(d) Agrianes.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many days does Alexander mourn for Cleitus' death?

2. Which of the following is not included in the description of the scenery surrounding the shrine of Ammon?

3. What part of his army does Alexander reinforce before charging Darius' army?

4. What is the largest town that Alexander has resistance from, and the town that is populated by the Scythians?

5. What town informs Alexander that Porus intends to stop the Macedonian army?

(see the answer key)

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