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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section VI, ch. 14-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What excuse does Messalina give Claudius to have separate bedrooms?
(a) So Messalina can be close to her ill mother.
(b) So she does not get pregnant so soon.
(c) So Claudius can show he is more serious about the empire than her.
(d) So Claudius can get more rest without her snoring.

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

4. Why does Claudius plan a 5-day festival?
(a) To celebrate his parents' birthdays.
(b) To celebrate the death of Caligula.
(c) To rededicate the temple to Castor and Pollux.
(d) To show the people that he is a fun emperor.

5. What word does Herod prefer to describe himself?
(a) Cunning.
(b) Pious.
(c) Virtuous.
(d) Rogue.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Antonia's push for a coachman's arrest backfire?

2. Of the following classes listed by Claudius, which does Herod the Agrippa best fit?

3. To whom does Aristobulus trust his money to invest?

4. What does the high priest advise Herod?

5. Who attempts assassination on Claudius?

(see the answer key)

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