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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section V, ch. 12-13.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What honorary title does Claudius give Herod?
(a) A Senate seat.
(b) Roman Consul.
(c) The Jewish King.
(d) Principal Adviser to the Emperor.

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

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

4. What kind of reputation do Castor and Herod build themselves in Rome?
(a) One of high virtue.
(b) One of loyalty.
(c) One of irresponsibility.
(d) One of utmost intelligence.

5. What does Herod convince Caligula of concerning Antipas?
(a) That Antipas is innocent and means no harm.
(b) That Antipas is plotting treason against Caligula.
(c) That Antipas threatened Herod for his title.
(d) That deceit lies in Herodius, not Antipas.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the high priest advise Herod?

2. How does Tiberius die?

3. According to Claudius, what is the best Roman monument?

4. Who ends up committing suicide because of the way Caligula rules the Roman Empire?

5. What is the consensus of the people when Caligula dies?

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