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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After monsoon season, what happens between the Macedonians and the natives they encounter?
(a) The natives surrender without a fight.
(b) The natives surrender after a lengthy fight.
(c) The natives surrender after a brief fight.
(d) The natives hide and are never seen.

2. What happens to Bessus after he is captured by Alexander?
(a) He joins the Macedonians.
(b) He is released.
(c) He is executed.
(d) He is sent to jail.

3. What part of his army does Alexander reinforce before charging Darius' army?
(a) The left plank.
(b) The back.
(c) The right plank.
(d) The middle.

4. How many days does Alexander battle the mercenaries from Massaga?
(a) Three.
(b) Two.
(c) Five.
(d) Four.

5. Which river are the Scythians near when they taunt Alexander?
(a) Ogosta.
(b) Agrianes.
(c) Tanais.
(d) Tibis.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the way back home, what river does Alexander take to the Indian Ocean?

2. How many talents does Alexander seize from Darius' royal tent?

3. How do the natives react when the Macedonians reach the top of the Rock of Sogdiana?

4. How wide is the battlefield between the Mediterranean Sea and the coastal mountains where Alexander and Darius meet?

5. When do the Macedonians set sail for home?

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