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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In one version of the story, how does Alexander deal with the knot at Gordium?
(a) He unties it by himself.
(b) He cuts through it with a sword.
(c) He unties it with the help of three other men.
(d) He burns it.

2. How long has the Persian Empire been trying to conquer Greece when Alexander builds an army to attack it?
(a) Decades.
(b) One month.
(c) One year.
(d) Generations.

3. How many guards are with Alexander as he jumps into a town before being wounded?
(a) A few.
(b) One hundred.
(c) None.
(d) Fifty.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How many shifts does Alexander work the Macedonians as they climb the Rock of Chorienes?

2. After monsoon season, what happens between the Macedonians and the natives they encounter?

3. Where is the oracle of Ammon that Alexander visits located?

4. Which northwest town rebels against Alexander after his battle with Glaucias?

5. Where does Alexander order his fleet to sail as he makes his way to Heliopolis?

(see the answer key)

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