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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many Getae troops have gathered on the opposite bank of Pine Island as Alexander attempts to land?
(a) Twenty thousand.
(b) Forty thousand.
(c) Fifty thousand.
(d) Thirty thousand.

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

3. As mentioned in the book, what are some of the accounts of Alexander's visit with the oracle provided by other historians considered?
(a) Exaggerations.
(b) There are no other accounts of the visit.
(c) Fabrications.
(d) Part truth and part lies.

4. How many men receive wedding presents from Alexander?
(a) Twenty thousand.
(b) Five thousand.
(c) Fifteen thousand.
(d) Ten thousand.

5. How does Alexander defeat Glaucias?
(a) With the use of archers.
(b) With the use of a phalanx.
(c) With a surprise attack at night.
(d) With the help of several tribes.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the Macedonians exploit to gain an early advantage over Porus and the Indians?

2. How many days does Alexander battle the mercenaries from Massaga?

3. What is the first thing that Alexander does when he faces Porus across the river?

4. Facing resistance from Glaucias, what town does Alexander attempt to take?

5. Where does Alexander dispatch his troops to retrieve Darius' treasure after the battle?

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