Battle of the Three Kings, 1578 AD (Part 2/2) The Kings clash at Alcácer Quibir

The transcript details the Battle of Alcácer Quibir, where King Sebastian of Portugal faced Sultan Abd Al Malik of Morocco. Despite being outnumbered, Sebastian's technologically advanced army initially gained ground. However, the Moroccan forces, led by Abd Al Malik and his brother Ahmad Al Mansour, counterattacked effectively. The battle ended in a Moroccan victory, with significant losses for the Portuguese. The aftermath saw Ahmad Al Mansour rise to power, ushering in a golden age for Morocco.

What was the primary formation used by King Sebastian's army?

• A circular formation

• A vast square

• A triangular formation

• A linear formation

How did the Moroccan army initially form their battle lines?

• In a circular formation

• In a crescent shape

• In a square formation

• In a linear formation

What was the strategic significance of the Portuguese wagon train?

• It was used to block the river

• It was a decoy to mislead the enemy

• It served as a central anchor and fort

• It was used for transporting supplies

What was Sultan Abd Al Malik's condition during the battle?

• He was recovering from a previous battle

• He was perfectly healthy

• He was suffering from a minor injury

• He was dying from a disease

What was the initial outcome of the Crusader army's charge?

• They were immediately defeated

• They broke the Moroccan front line

• They retreated without engaging

• They were surrounded by Moroccan forces

Who led the Moroccan counterattack that turned the tide of the battle?

• King Sebastian

• Sultan Abd Al Malik

• The Castilian infantry

• Ahmad Al Mansour

What was the fate of King Sebastian during the battle?

• He was captured

• He negotiated a truce

• He successfully retreated

• He fell while fighting

What was the impact of the battle on the Kingdom of Portugal?

• It strengthened the Portuguese monarchy

• It had no significant impact

• It resulted in financial reparations and a military invasion

• It led to a period of prosperity

Who succeeded Sultan Abd Al Malik after the battle?

• Ahmad Al Mansour

• King Sebastian

• Sultan Muhammad the Second

• The Castilian king

What was Ahmad Al Mansour known for during his reign?

• His isolation from European affairs

• His military failures

• His lack of interest in learning

• His profound Islamic learning and influence