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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. When did Cicero begin studying law in Rome?
(a) 85 B.C.
(b) 100 B.C.
(c) 90 B.C.
(d) 95 B.C.

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

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

4. 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.

5. Following a successful campaign for Quaestor, what position was Cicero given in Sicily?
(a) Treasurer.
(b) Administrator.
(c) Mayor.
(d) Advisor.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was the defeat of Verres significant?

2. Whose army did Cicero fight with in the War of Allies?

3. What helped Rome to win the War of Allies?

4. According to Cicero in his speech to the Senators in Chapter 4, what did their reputation depend on?

5. With the ability to exercise sovereign power, how many Praetors were there in the Roman government?

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