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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Alexander respond to Darius' offer to be allies?
(a) He accepts the offer.
(b) He rejects the offer.
(c) He ignores the offer.
(d) He does not understand the offer.

2. In celebration of good news, what festivities does Alexander conduct?
(a) Music, games, and archery contests.
(b) Music, games, and poetry.
(c) Games, archery contests, and poetry.
(d) Music, archery contests, and poetry.

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

4. How do Alexander's troops defend themselves against the arrows of the enemy on the way up the Rock of Chorienes?
(a) They climb at night so the enemy cannot see them.
(b) They begin throwing rocks up at the enemy.
(c) They dodge them with speed.
(d) They use screens.

5. How does monsoon season affect sea travel?
(a) It has no effect on sea travel.
(b) It is not good for sea travel.
(c) It is good for sea travel.
(d) It makes sea travel impossible.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Alexander make sacrifices to after seizing the town of the Getae?

2. Which mountains does Alexander pass on the way to the Syrian Gates?

3. Which island does Alexander experience problems with while trying to secure Egypt?

4. As Alexander approaches, where does Darius move his troops?

5. How many days does Alexander battle the mercenaries from Massaga?

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