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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. What hoax occurs in Doris?
(a) A song about Claudius as a fool is caroled throughout town.
(b) A model of a bumbling Claudius is paraded through town.
(c) A statue of Herod is dressed in Roman clothing.
(d) A statue of Claudius is placed in a synagogue.

2. What is Herod's last advice to Claudius at Herod's farewell party?
(a) To keep his enemies close.
(b) Beware of too much flattery.
(c) Not to trust anyone.
(d) Don't forget about the people.

3. How does Pallas get to be so rich?
(a) He steals it from his clients.
(b) He pockets the money little by little as the city treasurer.
(c) He inherits the money from his uncle.
(d) Unintended bribes and no time to spend it.

4. What is the purpose of the Saecular games?
(a) To celebrate the freedom of religion.
(b) To celebrate Roman citizenry.
(c) To celebrate human advances.
(d) To celebrate a new cycle of the age of men.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the Alexandrians offer to build in honor of Claudius that most excites him?

2. What symbols represent life and death in Druidism?

3. Of the following, which is NOT a reason Caesar wants to invade Britain?

4. According to Claudius, what is the best Roman monument?

5. How do the Druids practice religious cleansing?

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