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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, The Republic: Chapter 1, Rome as a Republic, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How common is the interaction between human and divine beings in Ancient Rome, according to Livy?
(a) It happens only twice a year.
(b) It happens only once a year.
(c) It is very common.
(d) It is very uncommon.

2. How does the slave described in the beginning of Rome's new consul learn of the conspirators' plans?
(a) He knows another slave who works for one of the conspirators.
(b) He works for one of the conspirators.
(c) He knows another slave who has overheard their conversation.
(d) He overhears their conversation while passing them on the street.

3. What does Pompilius primarily focus on?
(a) Eliminating the culture of Rome.
(b) Civilizing the culture of Rome.
(c) Granting more power to the senate.
(d) Granting more power to himself.

4. After the disgrace Tarquin, his wife, and his son have brought to Rome, how many consuls do the Romans decide to elect to replace the kingship?
(a) Two.
(b) Four.
(c) Three.
(d) One.

5. Which sign do Romulus and Remus become the symbol for?
(a) Libra.
(b) Leo.
(c) Virgo.
(d) Gemini.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Brutus known as in the beginning of the second book?

2. Who does the slave turn the information of the conspiracy over to?

3. What result does the death of King Romulus have on Rome?

4. What condition does Ancus find Rome to be in when he takes over?

5. What is the slave given for his role in preventing the conspiracy?

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