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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Alexander do to the Scythians and those that encouraged them after defeating them?
(a) He kills them.
(b) He convinces them to fight with him.
(c) He arrests them.
(d) He releases them.

2. What is used to burn down the towers that Alexander builds as he attempts to secure Egypt?
(a) Burning ropes.
(b) Flamed arrows.
(c) Torches.
(d) A flaming cattle boat.

3. Where does Alexander initially surprise the Mallians?
(a) In a field.
(b) On a mountain.
(c) In a desert.
(d) On a river.

4. What wounds Alexander during the fight in a Mallian town?
(a) A spear.
(b) A rock.
(c) A fire.
(d) An arrow.

5. What slows Alexander down when he crosses the Syrian Gates on his way to Sochi?
(a) An unexpected attack.
(b) An illness.
(c) The weather.
(d) His crew's complaining.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Alexander march through in his conquering Asian campaign?

2. What causes Alexander to kill Cleitus?

3. As Alexander approaches, where does Darius move his troops?

4. During the rapids, what prevents the boats from becoming severely damaged?

5. Why does Alexander fine the town of Soli?

(see the answer key)

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