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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book IV - Sicily (Chapters XVIII-XX).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was another name for the Peloponnesian War?
(a) Greek War.
(b) Spartan War.
(c) Intercity War.
(d) War of Athens.

2. What is the name of Polemides' cousin?
(a) Simon.
(b) Salvatore.
(c) Simpson.
(d) Stewart.

3. It is said that Pericles had a gift for _____.
(a) Smithing.
(b) Public speaking.
(c) Healing.
(d) Strategy.

4. The tables turn when the Athenians agree to Nicias' _____.
(a) Orders.
(b) Requirements.
(c) Plans.
(d) Ransom.

5. Unable to make much headway, the fleet decides to _____.
(a) Reconfigure.
(b) Retire.
(c) Surrender.
(d) Retreat.

Short Answer Questions

1. Jason encounters an old comrade named ____.

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

3. Who sends an official message to Polemides regarding the invasion?

4. Which charge worried Alcibiades the most?

5. Alcibiades has which obvious physical defect?

(see the answer key)

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