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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. What is the significance of an owl in the prison with Herod?
(a) The owl is a sign of present danger.
(b) It puts dirt on Herod's shoulder and signifies good luck.
(c) The owl is a messenger of Caligula's.
(d) An owl seen outside of nighttime prophecies bad luck.

2. What do the Alexandrians do for Claudius and Messalina?
(a) Build them each a gold statue.
(b) Mint a coin with both their profiles.
(c) Build a temple in their honor.
(d) Hold a 3-day festival for their birthdays.

3. What does Herod advise the Senate?
(a) To nominate a stronger candidate than Claudius.
(b) To not start a civil war.
(c) Give full support to Claudius as emperor.
(d) To begin a civil war.

4. In what area are the British forces strongest?
(a) Chariotry.
(b) Their generals.
(c) Cavalry.
(d) Infantry.

5. What causes Herod to arrest Silas?
(a) Silas does not know how to hold his tongue.
(b) Silas is caught with Cypros.
(c) Silas purposefully insults Herod's guests.
(d) Silas lies to Herod.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who attempts assassination on Claudius?

2. What causes a delay in Claudius' war against Britain?

3. What act does Caligula attempt that angers many Jews?

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

5. How does Claudius show justice against his own men?

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