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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. How was the Roman Constitution developed?
(a) With frequent rewrites.
(b) Through new versions every year at the same time.
(c) In layers over time.
(d) It was only written once.

2. Why did the Senate become influential in the Roman government?
(a) The Senate was intended to represent both social classes.
(b) The positions were held for life.
(c) The Senate did not represent either social class.
(d) The positions were held for over twenty years.

3. While defeating Verres in court, what did Cicero do to become more well-known?
(a) He ran several fundraisers.
(b) He wrote for the local newspaper.
(c) He gave weekly speeches.
(d) He ran local festivals.

4. Which year did Cicero leave Rome in Chapter 3?
(a) 80 B.C.
(b) 78 B.C.
(c) 81 B.C.
(d) 79 B.C.

5. What small town was Cicero born in?
(a) Cassino.
(b) Arpinum.
(c) Paliano.
(d) Veroli.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where was the town that Cicero was born located?

2. How many years before Cicero was born did the crisis that would lead to the end of the Roman Republic begin?

3. What did Everitt think about the Roman Constitution's checks and balances?

4. When did the Plebs rebel against abuses of power?

5. What age was Cicero when he started giving speeches?

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