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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. Although Cicero's exact reason for leaving Rome was not well known, what might have been a possibility?
(a) His health.
(b) His writings.
(c) His political ambitions.
(d) His financial situation.
2. How long did Cicero live in Sicily in Chapter 4?
(a) Five years.
(b) Eight years.
(c) Three years.
(d) Ten years.
3. What were the Quaestors mainly responsible for?
(a) Administration.
(b) Enforcing the laws.
(c) Overseeing elections.
(d) Informing the public.
4. What nickname was Cicero given while studying certain subjects?
(a) The little Greek writer.
(b) The little rhetorician.
(c) The little author.
(d) The little Greek boy.
5. How was the Roman Constitution developed?
(a) It was only written once.
(b) In layers over time.
(c) With frequent rewrites.
(d) Through new versions every year at the same time.
Short Answer Questions
1. After quickly listing the crimes of Verres, how did Cicero build the case in his opening statement?
2. How long did Cicero spend polishing his speeches in the beginning of his career?
3. Whose army did Cicero fight with in the War of Allies?
4. How was the city of Rome described in Chapter 3?
5. Why was the defeat of Verres significant?
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