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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which is NOT one of the qualities Aristotle bestowed on young Alexander?
(a) Analytical mind.
(b) Self-control.
(c) Hedonistic view on life.
(d) Scientific curiosity.

2. What was the Macedonian infantry known as?
(a) The Fighting Macedons.
(b) The Warrior Eagles.
(c) The Foot Companions.
(d) Ground Quake.

3. How many troops did Alexander capture and enslave in the battle of Granicus River?
(a) Ten thousand.
(b) Three hundred.
(c) Eighty.
(d) Two thousand.

4. In what year was Alexander the Great born?
(a) 3 AD.
(b) 808 BC.
(c) 356 BC.
(d) 120 AD.

5. Who assassinated Philip?
(a) Parmenio.
(b) Antipater.
(c) A jealous former male lover.
(d) Cleopatra.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the uprising of 335 BC, on what condition did Thebes offer its surrender?

2. What was Thebes' immediate reaction to Alexander assuming the Macedonian throne?

3. What acted as a restraint on the power wielded by the King of Macedon?

4. During the battle of Granicus River, where was Alexander located?

5. What action did Alexander take before and after crossing the Dardanelles River in the Persian campaign?

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