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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section X, ch. 25-26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What stops the Alabarch from believing Herod's story when he and Cypros arrive in Alexandria?
(a) The Alabarch asks their children the real story and they do not lie.
(b) Herod is unable to state that he abides the law.
(c) Cypros begs for forgiveness for Herod's dishonesty.
(d) The Roman guard with them spills the truth.

2. What is the first lie Claudius ever tells Herod?
(a) He believes Herod is the Messiah of the Jews.
(b) He needs Herod's help with the British campaign.
(c) He does not believe Marsus' accusations against Herod.
(d) The British campaign is going very well.

3. How does Herod keep Antonia on his side, despite his lies and mischievous ways?
(a) By appealing to her son, Claudius.
(b) He mentions his orphaned childhood to gain her sympathy.
(c) He promises her money whenever he gains it back.
(d) Constant compliments of her virtue and character.

4. What causes Claudius to make it illegal to rob graves?
(a) The story of Jesus' resurrection.
(b) He is saddened by the story of King Tut in the Great Pyramid.
(c) He offers coins to Augustus' grave on his death anniversaries.
(d) He is becoming ill and wants to be buried with all his belongings.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What omen does Claudius look for to see if they will win the battle against the British?

2. How does the Senate show their apologies to Claudius?

3. Who does Claudius return to the Senatorial province state?

4. What drives Herod from his post as a magistrate?

5. What happens to Seneca?

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