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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book IX - Tides of War (Chapters XLIII-XLVI).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. It is up to the commander to teach his men about arete. What is arete?
(a) Logic.
(b) Retreat.
(c) Perseverance.
(d) Excellence.

2. It is said that camp wives are only one step above _____.
(a) Insects.
(b) Whores.
(c) Slaves.
(d) Animals.

3. What is a "hetairai"?
(a) Stable boy.
(b) Parlor maid.
(c) Courtesan.
(d) Second-in-command.

4. What is the name of Jason's grandfather?
(a) Alcibiade.
(b) Alexicles.
(c) Axiochus.
(d) Abydos.

5. Jason tells the narrator that he is a ______ whelp.
(a) Poor.
(b) Brave.
(c) Flightless.
(d) Greedy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lysander claims that his enemies possess ____.

2. Rumors began to circulate about the invasion of:

3. It is said that Pericles had a gift for _____.

4. Which of the following is not one of the charges brought against Alcibiades?

5. Which of the following adjectives is used to describe Alcibiades' personality?

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