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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, A History of My Times : Chapter 3, Book 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did the politician give a speech in the story about the reeds?
(a) At every ship.
(b) At only two ships.
(c) At every other ship.
(d) At only one ship.

2. How were Cyrus's military actions against his brother perceived?
(a) They were considered to be precedent.
(b) They were considered to be impulsive.
(c) They were considered to be unprecedented.
(d) They were considered to be well planned.

3. How can the bibliography be described in "A History of My Times"?
(a) Slightly shorter than normal.
(b) Extensive.
(c) Average.
(d) Extremely short.

4. Which one of the following does not describe Alcibiades as he is portrayed in the book?
(a) Wise.
(b) Cheerful.
(c) Athletic.
(d) Young.

5. What promise did Mania make to her allies?
(a) To bring them together.
(b) To listen to them.
(c) To remain loyal to them.
(d) To make all new laws.

Short Answer Questions

1. When were trophies made in ancient Greece?

2. How did Mania become the satrap?

3. Where were sailors able to live fairly well?

4. How does Betty Radice suggest to readers that Xenophon's work should be read?

5. What is the fewest amount of ships involved in the water and shoreline battles of Chapter 1?

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