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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does Alexander encounter Darius and his refortified army?
(a) Gaugamela.
(b) Antioch.
(c) Alexandria.
(d) Damascus.

2. What type of talents does the town of Aspendus offer to Alexander after surrendering?
(a) Silver and horses.
(b) Silver, gold, and horses.
(c) Gold and horses.
(d) Silver and gold.

3. Where is Alexander crowned the Pharaoh?
(a) Cairo.
(b) Thebes.
(c) Memphis.
(d) Luxor.

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

5. Who does Alexander make sacrifices to after seizing the town of the Getae?
(a) Zeus and Apollo.
(b) Zeus and Ares.
(c) Zeus and Heracles.
(d) Zeus and Poseidon.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What happens to Alexander after he takes the healing potion?

3. Where does Alexander order his fleet to sail as he makes his way to Heliopolis?

4. How does Alexander react to the note of warning that he receives while he is ill?

5. Which authors does Arrian challenge readers to read in order to verify the information he is presenting?

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