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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What town does Anna say gave itself freely to Robert at the start of Book V?
(a) Capri.
(b) Rome.
(c) Amalfi.
(d) Venice.

2. Who lays siege to numerous cities according to Anna in Book IX?
(a) Bohemund.
(b) Tzachas.
(c) Diogenes Nicephorus.
(d) Bolcanus.

3. How does Alexius collect money to get what he needs to defeat Robert?
(a) Steals from the imperial tent.
(b) Plunders cities.
(c) Taxes leaders to give the money.
(d) Sells church property.

4. What language does Anna speak according to the Preface and Book I?
(a) Italian.
(b) Greek.
(c) French.
(d) Latin.

5. Who crowns Alexius emperor?
(a) Robert.
(b) Constantine.
(c) Cosmas.
(d) Queen Maria.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was John Italus accused of spreading?

2. At the start of Book II, what rank does Alexius attain under Michael Ducas?

3. What place does Bohemund reach at the start of Book XII?

4. What does Melissenus want in order to renounce the throne?

5. What happens when people realize Alexius survived battle with Robert?

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