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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section XI, ch. 27-28.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Silas' appointment as Master of Horse controversial?
(a) He is a Samaritan.
(b) He is Greek.
(c) He is a Saxon.
(d) He is German.

2. Who helps restore order amongst the Roman soldiers at the Rhine?
(a) Aulus.
(b) Geta.
(c) Narcissus.
(d) Claudius.

3. To whom do the people compare Britannicus during the Saecular games?
(a) Claudius.
(b) Germanicus.
(c) Aulus.
(d) Augustus.

4. Why does Vitellius write to Claudius?
(a) The Senate is beginning to talk bad about Claudius.
(b) He believes Myron is being dishonest.
(c) He is suspicious of Messalina's honesty.
(d) He believes Herod is planning a secret banquet.

5. Why does Domitia help raise her nephew, Lucius Domitius?
(a) He is an heir to riches when he becomes an adult.
(b) She feels obliged to her sister.
(c) He is predicted to become emperor one day.
(d) She feels obliged to her brother.

Short Answer Questions

1. What brings Claudius to Ostia?

2. Why would corn factors NOT want to enhance Ostia?

3. What is the first lie Claudius ever tells Herod?

4. How is Telegonius proved a runaway slave?

5. What is Herod's last advice to Claudius at Herod's farewell party?

(see the answer key)

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