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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Cicero lead a campaign while he was governing Cicilia?

2. What did Cicero speak against in his Philippics?

3. When did Cicero return to Rome, greeted by happy crowds?

4. What description was given of Caesar before he was killed?

5. How many times was Antony defeated at the beginning of the war?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why did Cicero disappear from public view for a year in Chapter 10?

2. How did the conflict between Caesar and Pompey begin?

3. What did the conspirators against Caesar do as a way to diminish his reputation?

4. What did Cicero write about in the beginning of Chapter 12 and why?

5. Where was Cicero in Chapter 11, and how did he return to Rome?

6. What were the Philippics?

7. How was Cicero victorious over Antony?

8. What unwavering qualities are the most remembered about Cicero?

9. How did Cicero respond to the personal events he endured in 46 B.C.?

10. What did Cicero do when saw the changes in Rome as he returned at age sixty?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the similarities and differences in the First Triumvirate and the Second Triumvirate, the people involved, and the effect each had on Ancient Rome, Cicero, and the Republic.

Essay Topic 2

Cicero will be remembered as a skilled writer, orator, and politician that remained loyal to Rome for his entire life.

1) Describe how Cicero's life was remembered in the years after his death.

2) Explain how you think Cicero's work can inspire future generations.

3) Analyze the most admirable qualities of Cicero and the impression he made on government, society, and literature.

Essay Topic 3

In a non-fictional book, the style and tone of the writing can have a substantial role.

1) Describe Everitt's writing style and the techniques used throughout the book.

2) Explain why certain techniques were used and what they added to the book.

3) Analyze the tone of the book and whether it stays consistent or changes with the topics being covered.

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