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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Against Catalina, Campaign and Conspiracy, 63 B.C..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Cicero's defense of Roscius have such a big impact on his career?
(a) The oratorical structure of his speech.
(b) The beginning of his speech.
(c) The ending of his speech.
(d) The place where his speech took place.

2. After hearing about Catalina's plan, what did Cicero convince the Senate to do?
(a) Arrest Catalina.
(b) Issue a fine.
(c) Stop Catalina from leaving the city.
(d) Postpone the elections.

3. Where was the town that Cicero was born located?
(a) East of Rome.
(b) North of Rome.
(c) South of Rome.
(d) West of Rome.

4. How did Everitt refer to Cicero's decision to leave Rome?
(a) Clever.
(b) Necessary.
(c) Anticipated.
(d) Mysterious.

5. Why did Cicero use his victory in a famous case to flatter the lower classes in Chapter 4?
(a) To help raise their wages.
(b) To win their support for his writings.
(c) To win their support for the Consulship.
(d) To help them get loans.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following was not included in Chapter 2 as a result of the Wart of Allies?

2. While defeating Verres in court, what did Cicero do to become more well-known?

3. What was absent from Rome that caused further troubles in managing their holdings?

4. How was the Roman Constitution developed?

5. What did Catalina do when Cicero gave a direct speech that exposed the conspiracy?

(see the answer key)

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