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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is Tatus according to Anna?
(a) A great general.
(b) A pirate.
(c) A Scythian.
(d) Alexius' ally.

2. Which of Alexius' allies had to retreat after a defeat?
(a) John Italus.
(b) Isaac.
(c) The King of France.
(d) Michael Ducas.

3. Who does Alexius make ruler of the area after defeating Tzelgu's army?
(a) Michael Ducas.
(b) Bohemund.
(c) His brother, Adrian.
(d) His brother, Isaac.

4. What does Robert want that forced Alexius to fight him?
(a) The emperor's throne.
(b) To marry Anna.
(c) To be made Pope.
(d) The west shores of Gaul.

5. Why does Alexius have many devotees?
(a) His intelligence and virtue.
(b) His political power.
(c) His good looks.
(d) His money.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose daughter is Irene?

2. How does Alexius collect money to get what he needs to defeat Robert?

3. Who does Robert go to see with his troops?

4. What language does Anna speak according to the Preface and Book I?

5. What target do the Scythians go after when they attack Alexius' army?

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