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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book III.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who proclaimed himself emperor of Rome and was defeated by Alexius?
(a) Nicephorus Bryennius.
(b) Ursel.
(c) Robert.
(d) Mark Antony.

2. Whose daughter is Irene?
(a) Andromicus' daughter.
(b) Michael Ducas' daughter.
(c) Robert's daughter.
(d) Melimessius' daughter.

3. At the start of Book II, what rank does Alexius attain under Michael Ducas?
(a) General in chief.
(b) Generalisimo.
(c) Pope.
(d) Major.

4. Who does Alexius leave in power while he was battling Robert?
(a) Irene.
(b) Andromicus.
(c) His mother.
(d) Isaac.

5. What happened to Henry's ambassador according to Anna?
(a) He switched allegiance.
(b) He fled the country.
(c) He was tortured.
(d) He was sent away.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is made Caesar after Alexius takes power?

2. Who does Alexius start having problems with at the start of Book III?

3. What family helped Alexius secure the right of the throne over his brother Isaac?

4. What emperor sent Alexius to fight in eastern provinces?

5. What does Anna Dalassena not want?

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