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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section IV, ch. 9-11.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what condition will the Alabarch give Herod a loan?
(a) Herod must have his children educated in Jerusalem.
(b) Herod must act as a liasion between the Alabarch and Rome.
(c) Cypros must stay with the Alabarch until the money is returned.
(d) Herod must return his debt in 3 months.

2. For whom does Claudius gain more respect as he settles into the emperor's role?
(a) Caligula.
(b) The people.
(c) Tiberius.
(d) Augustus.

3. Who stops Caligula from freeing Herod immediately from prison?
(a) Macro.
(b) The governor of the prison.
(c) The German prisoner.
(d) Antonia.

4. What does Herod do at the temple of treasury in Jerusalem?
(a) Fire the treasurer for his remarks.
(b) Give an offering of 1000 gold coins.
(c) Replace the iron chain with a gold one.
(d) Figure how much tax to cut.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What stops the Alabarch from believing Herod's story when he and Cypros arrive in Alexandria?

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

3. Why does Claudius plan a 5-day festival?

4. What advice does Herod give Messalina to control a possible state financial crisis?

5. Why does Claudius want to build a harbor?

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