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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Politics and Foreign Postings, Cicero Enters the Ring, 77-63 B.C..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the Roman government, when could dictators be appointed?
(a) With a vote in the Senate.
(b) With a vote from the people.
(c) During a war.
(d) During an emergency.

2. Which of the following was not included in Chapter 2 as a result of the Wart of Allies?
(a) The shock of the stability of the Republic.
(b) Cultural divisions diminished.
(c) Italy became united.
(d) The Romans moved to other areas.

3. Later in Cicero's life, when did he return to the villa in the countryside mentioned in Chapter 2?
(a) During the preparations for political events.
(b) He stayed there most of the time.
(c) During difficult times.
(d) He visited there for significant occasions.

4. What were the Quaestors mainly responsible for?
(a) Administration.
(b) Enforcing the laws.
(c) Overseeing elections.
(d) Informing the public.

5. When did the Plebs rebel against abuses of power?
(a) Every month.
(b) Often.
(c) Every year.
(d) Rarely.

Short Answer Questions

1. What small town was Cicero born in?

2. After quickly listing the crimes of Verres, how did Cicero build the case in his opening statement?

3. How many inhabitants did Rome have in the First Century, B.C.?

4. Which year was Cicero's second and last child born?

5. What was absent from Rome that caused further troubles in managing their holdings?

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