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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Chapters 1-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. One of the main benefits of battle for Wellington was what?
(a) The fact that he was more intelligent than other leaders.
(b) The fact that the enemy factions were not united.
(c) The fact that the enemy factions were not trained.
(d) The fact that he was better educated than other leaders.

2. One of the biggest benefits of Wellington's scarce idle time is what?
(a) The commander could not get himself into trouble.
(b) The commander wrote a great deal.
(c) Not much is known about the commander.
(d) The commander never made mistakes.

3. The author states that Alexander was deeply affected by two things during his childhood - his love of Homer's epic poetry and the extreme and eccentric beliefs of whom?
(a) Olympias.
(b) Philip.
(c) Aristotle.
(d) Da Vinci.

4. Unlike ________________, Wellington rode alongside his men as they charged into battle.
(a) Alexander.
(b) Grant.
(c) Napoleon.
(d) Attila the Hun.

5. What is the major difference between Wellington and Napoleon regarding battle?
(a) Napoleon was known for having a real plan for his campaigns.
(b) Napoleon did not want to fight unless it was absolutely necessary.
(c) Napoleon was afraid to lead his men into battle.
(d) Napoleon was known for not having a real plan for his campaigns.

Short Answer Questions

1. Many of the soldiers were considered to be ___________ by Alexander.

2. Why did Olympias' and Philip's relationship fall apart?

3. After Philip died, it was clear that it was Alexander's time to assume power at the tender age of ___________.

4. How long did Wellington spend in India?

5. Alexander wanted to go after and slay Darius, but what happened?

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