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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How high are the earthworks that Alexander must build in his sieges against Gaza?
(a) Forty feet.
(b) Fifty feet.
(c) Sixty feet.
(d) Thirty feet.

2. How many miles does the Getae army retreat after Alexander attacks them?
(a) Two.
(b) Ten.
(c) Four.
(d) Eight

3. Which tactic does Alexander use to defeat the Thracians in their first battle?
(a) Tree trunks.
(b) Archers.
(c) Spears.
(d) Fire.

4. Why does Alexander fine the town of Soli?
(a) For their lack of supplies.
(b) For their attempt to mislead him.
(c) For their attempt to hide from him.
(d) For their support of the Persians.

5. After Alexander defeats the Getae people, what does he do to their town?
(a) He ignores it.
(b) He burns it.
(c) He ridicules it.
(d) He renames it.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Alexander respond to Darius' offer to be allies?

2. How many lines of men does the phalanx consist of?

3. In celebration of good news, what festivities does Alexander conduct?

4. What does Alexander do before engaging Darius?

5. How does Alexander respond to Darius' suggestion that Alexander should marry Darius' daughter?

(see the answer key)

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