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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 helps the British design their fortification?
(a) The steep mountains on either side of the road.
(b) The marshes and brambles on the east and west flanks.
(c) The cliffsides to the sea that cuts off the east flank.
(d) The daily mist.

2. What omen does Claudius look for to see if they will win the battle against the British?
(a) A passing eagle in the sky from south to north.
(b) If a chicken blows out a candle.
(c) If the chickens eat greedily.
(d) If the chickens pick at a certain seed.

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

4. What happens to Seneca?
(a) He is banished.
(b) He is executed.
(c) He is freed.
(d) He is promoted to Roman Consul.

5. What causes Alexandrians to celebrate under Caligula's rule?
(a) Caligula names all Jews aliens and intruders.
(b) They are able to stop Caligula's mad rules against them.
(c) Caligula gives them tax breaks and economic benefits.
(d) Caligula names the Greek Orthodox church as the official religion.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. Why is Silas' appointment as Master of Horse controversial?

4. How does Messalina get Silanus reinstated into Rome?

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

(see the answer key)

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