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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old is Alexander when he takes the throne of Macedon?
(a) Twenty five.
(b) Fifteen.
(c) Twenty.
(d) Thirty.

2. Facing resistance from Glaucias, what town does Alexander attempt to take?
(a) Thasos.
(b) Maronea.
(c) Pelium.
(d) Ambracia.

3. Where is Thrace located?
(a) West of Macedonia.
(b) North of Macedonia.
(c) South of Macedonia.
(d) East of Macedonia.

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

5. How was Ammon first depicted?
(a) As a ram.
(b) As a cow.
(c) As a bull.
(d) As a walrus.

Short Answer Questions

1. How high are the earthworks that Alexander must build in his sieges against Gaza?

2. What is the knot that Alexander attempts to untie at Gordium called?

3. Which island does Alexander experience problems with while trying to secure Egypt?

4. After Alexander defeats the Getae people, what does he do to their town?

5. How many miles does the Getae army retreat after Alexander attacks them?

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