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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. The narrator bore _____ unhealed wounds on his legs.

2. Which group does not fear God; it seeks to be God?

3. Polemides could not return home lest he face a charge of _____.

4. The executioner also held which prominent position?

5. What is the name of the place where Endius' horses were kept?

Short Essay Questions

1. Alcibiades devises a plan to turn against Persia. What is the plan? Who else must be involved for the plan to be successful?

2. Discuss how Alcibiades' enemies try to get to him through his friends.

3. Discuss the conversation between Jason and Eunice.

4. Describe the situation between Alcibiades, Polemides, and Lysander. What does Lysander say about Alcibiades future?

5. Discuss the issues faced by Polemides n Chapter XXV. Where is Polemides' destination?

6. What happens when Polemides is left behind? What dangerous step does Polemides take?

7. Discuss the reaction of the people upon Alcibiades' departure. What did the Athenians do to prevent corruption of power?

8. Discuss the offers of escape for Socrates and Polemides.

9. Examine the circumstances under which Alcibiades is named as Athens' dictator. What is Alcibiades' reaction?

10. What is the reaction of the people when they hear Alcibiades' speech? What are the thoughts of Lysander and the elders?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss Alcibiades' vices. In Alcibiades' youth, his vices got him into a great deal of trouble and hindered his military career. As Alcibiades matured, his addiction to certain vices seemed to wane. As Alcibiades resided in exile, the love of vice seemed to return. This put Alcibiades in the worst possible situation with certain enemies. Discuss in detail Alcibiades' vices and how they landed him in hot water. How did Alcibiades deal with the repercussions? Explain.

Essay Topic 2

The history between Athens and Sparta is long and volatile. Create a detailed time line of the political structures of Athens and Sparta. Include enemies, allies, leaders, goals, and achievements. Connect the interaction of the two city-states. Which ended up being the victor and/or the most powerful?

Essay Topic 3

Telamon was a well known mercenary who was paired with Polemides. Although both men were paid assassins, Telamon viewed his job differently then Polemides. Compare and contrast Telamon and Polemides.

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