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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Portents: Chapters 16 - 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Rufus does not want to attend a party where Sulla will be present because __________________.
(a) Sulla is interested in Rufus sexually.
(b) He hates Sulla for marrying his sister.
(c) He is afraid Sulla will kill him because he works with Cicero.
(d) He thinks Sulla has ruined Rome.

2. How does Cicero's house indicate his lifestyle?
(a) There are ornate rugs in the entryway.
(b) There is no furniture.
(c) Many important men gather outside his house.
(d) There are no trappings of wealth.

3. How does Gordianus react to the events in Chapter 2?
(a) He pulls his sword on the gladiators.
(b) He does not want to get involved.
(c) He tells Tiro to run home and get his master.
(d) He hides behind a wall.

4. Why did Polia tell neighbors she saw the murder and then deny it?
(a) She killed Roscius.
(b) She was paid off by the murderers.
(c) She was ashamed.
(d) She was trying to protect Eco.

5. What is Gordianus's first stop upon returning to Rome from Ameria?
(a) Cicero's house.
(b) His house.
(c) Caecilia's house.
(d) The Forum.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the old blind man at the Bleating Lamb?

2. After spending the night at Titus's, Gordianus does what before returning to Rome?

3. In what way did Roscius (pater) breech strict societal codes?

4. At the end of Chapter 15, Gordianus leaves for_________________.

5. Caecilia Metella tells Gordianus that on the night he was murdered, Roscius (pater) received______________.

(see the answer key)

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