Alexander the Great Reading Comprehension Practice Questions - Ancient History

Question 1

What was the name of Alexander's elite cavalry unit?

Accepted Answer

B) The Companion Cavalry

Answer

A) The Immortals

Answer

C) The Sacred Band

Answer

D) The Silver Shields

Question 2

Which famous philosopher tutored Alexander in his youth?

Accepted Answer

C) Aristotle

Answer

A) Plato

Answer

B) Socrates

Answer

D) Pythagoras

Question 3

What modern country contains the site of ancient Alexandria, one of Alexander's most famous foundations?

Accepted Answer

C) Egypt

Answer

A) Greece

Answer

B) Turkey

Answer

D) Syria