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

2. With the ability to exercise sovereign power, how many Praetors were there in the Roman government?
(a) Thirty two.
(b) Eight.
(c) Four.
(d) Sixteen.

3. What was the main charge in the first Catilinarian conspiracy?
(a) Theft.
(b) Bribery.
(c) Extortion.
(d) Attempted murder.

4. Which types of teachers did Cicero study with during the time he was away from Rome?
(a) Philosophy and politics.
(b) Rhetoric, philosophy, and politics.
(c) Politics only.
(d) Rhetoric and philosophy.

5. Which year was Cicero born?
(a) 106 B.C.
(b) 102 B.C.
(c) 112 B.C.
(d) 110 B.C.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did the two Consuls trade seniority?

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

3. What did Cicero use to discredit his opponents once he had the support of the governing classes in Chapter 5?

4. What small town was Cicero born in?

5. Why did Cicero's defense of Roscius have such a big impact on his career?

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