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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. What is the consensus of the people when Caligula dies?
(a) They are generally apathetic to politics.
(b) They are tearful that he is gone.
(c) They are happy his tyranny is at an end.
(d) They fear Caligula's lapdogs' struggle for power.

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

3. How does Claudius think of the consuls' work ethics?
(a) They are pure idiots.
(b) They are great at making plans.
(c) They cannot think past their own term.
(d) They are a patient group that knows how to work well as a team.

4. Why is it difficult for Petronius to follow through with Caligula's orders?
(a) The high priest is a masterful orator and convinces Petronius to give in.
(b) The Alexandrians succeed in their revolt against Petronius' men.
(c) The Jews resist with respectful non-violence.
(d) The Jews are armed.

5. What is Claudius' first decision as an emperor?
(a) Execute Tiger.
(b) Banish any Senators who were "lapdogs" of Caligula.
(c) Execute Cassius.
(d) Appoint Herod as principal adviser.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Claudius get men for his sword fights?

2. How does Herod keep Antonia on his side, despite his lies and mischievous ways?

3. How does Herod cheat his brother, Aristobulus?

4. What hoax occurs in Doris?

5. For whom does Claudius gain more respect as he settles into the emperor's role?

(see the answer key)

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