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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. Why does the crowd from the marketplace follow Asinius to the palace?
(a) For their amusement.
(b) To strike against the emperor.
(c) Asinius promises gold to those who follow him.
(d) To revolt with Asinius.

2. What hoax occurs in Doris?
(a) A statue of Claudius is placed in a synagogue.
(b) A model of a bumbling Claudius is paraded through town.
(c) A song about Claudius as a fool is caroled throughout town.
(d) A statue of Herod is dressed in Roman clothing.

3. What do the Alexandrians offer to build in honor of Claudius that most excites him?
(a) An obelisk.
(b) A pyramid.
(c) A library.
(d) A temple.

4. What is the only thing Umbonius sells at his public auction?
(a) His Corinthian goods.
(b) His Senatorial robes.
(c) Corn.
(d) A staff Claudius gave him.

5. Who does Vinicianus call on to command a coup?
(a) Galba.
(b) Justus.
(c) Geta.
(d) Sribonianus.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is Silas' appointment as Master of Horse controversial?

2. How does Claudius feel about being an emperor?

3. According to Claudius, what proves Asiaticus' guilt?

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

5. What helps the British design their fortification?

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