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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many Indian mercenaries from the town of Massaga threaten Alexander?

2. Which one of the Macedonians argues against the idea of prostration?

3. Who was Alexander's childhood tutor?

4. What happens between the natives on top of the Rock of Chorienes and the Macedonians?

5. Where does Alexander order his fleet before visiting the tomb of Cyrus?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Alexander tackle the Rock of Chorienes?

2. Why does Alexander want to take the Rock of Sogdiana, and what do the natives on top of the rock tell him?

3. What is significant about the town of Cyropolis?

4. What costly mistake does Alexander make at Gedrosia?

5. What takes place when Alexander encounters Porus' son?

6. What does Alexander do in anticipation of monsoon season?

7. What happens at the Rock of Aornos?

8. On the way to Gedrosia, what happens to some of the Macedonian army and the animals in the desert?

9. Why does Alexander want to see the ocean, and what warning does he give to the Macedonians in a speech defending his decision to continue with the campaign?

10. What idea causes Callisthenes to challenge Alexander?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Alexander's early death has caused many theories to surface.

1) Describe the warning that Alexander receives on his way back to Babylon and his response to it.

2) Explain the events leading up to Alexander's death.

3) Analyze the possible theories about the cause of Alexander's death, which one is the most plausible, and how Alexander the Great will most likely be remembered.

Essay Topic 2

The Macedonians vs. The Persians at Issus is the first battle between Alexander and Darius.

1) Explain how the Macedonians pass through the Syrian Gates on their way to Darius and the Persians.

2) Analyze the preparations made by both the Macedonians and the Persians before their first battle at Issus.

3) Describe the events at Issus, the actions of Alexander and Darius, and the results of the battle.

Essay Topic 3

Explain both offers that Darius makes to Alexander in his attempts to regain his royal family. Also, include Alexander's responses to the offers, his treatment of the royal family, and explain why he continues to pursue Darius after he has been defeated.

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