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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 Cicero in his speech to the Senators in Chapter 4, what did their reputation depend on?
(a) Their ability to deliver a fast decision.
(b) Their ability to convict Verres.
(c) Their understanding of each crime.
(d) Their willingness to hear all the evidence.

2. How long did Cicero spend polishing his speeches in the beginning of his career?
(a) Days.
(b) Hours.
(c) Minutes.
(d) Weeks.

3. How was the city of Rome described in Chapter 3?
(a) Unplanned, chaotically built, and dangerous in many places.
(b) Unplanned, chaotically built, but not dangerous.
(c) Well planned and constructed, but dangerous in many places.
(d) Well planned and constructed, and safe.

4. How did Verres react to the probability of defeat?
(a) He tried to bribe the Senate.
(b) He laughed.
(c) He went into exile.
(d) He denied the charges.

5. Which political problems were at the source of the crisis for the Roman Empire?
(a) An agricultural crisis only.
(b) An agricultural crisis and the changing role of the army.
(c) An agricultural crisis and the economy.
(d) The economy and the changing role of the army.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. According to the Roman government, when could dictators be appointed?

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

4. How long did Cicero live in Sicily in Chapter 4?

5. Why was the defeat of Verres significant?

(see the answer key)

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