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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section VIII, ch. 19-21.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What brings Herod to Bashan?
(a) Bashan is desolate, where his creditors will not find him.
(b) Herod must hide away from Tiberius.
(c) His Uncle Philip lives there and assists him for a while.
(d) Caligula names him the ruler under his dictatorship.

3. How does Claudius show justice against his own men?
(a) He punishes the men that violates his law against women.
(b) He puts them in the frontlines if they show laziness.
(c) He takes their goods away if they plunder from women and children.
(d) He executes them if they kill unnecessarily.

4. What symbols represent life and death in Druidism?
(a) Oak tree, ram, and a violet.
(b) Maple tree, snake, and black bull.
(c) Water, stone, and fire.
(d) Oak tree, snake, and white bull.

5. How is the death of Togodumnus positive for the Britons?
(a) Togodumnus was a tyrannic leader.
(b) It unites all of them under Caractacus.
(c) It tricks the Romans into believing the campaign is over.
(d) It makes Bericus mourn and give in.

Short Answer Questions

1. What change occurs in the Senate's intentions in the first day following Caligula's death?

2. What public work does Claudius finish for the Roman people?

3. Who is the head conspirator of Caligula's assassination?

4. Who does Bericus run to for help?

5. Why is it difficult for Petronius to follow through with Caligula's orders?

(see the answer key)

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