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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section XII, ch. 29-30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. On what condition will the Alabarch give Herod a loan?
(a) Cypros must stay with the Alabarch until the money is returned.
(b) Herod must have his children educated in Jerusalem.
(c) Herod must act as a liasion between the Alabarch and Rome.
(d) Herod must return his debt in 3 months.

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

3. What advice does Xenophon give Claudius?
(a) Walk more.
(b) Trust no one.
(c) Give more power to the Senate.
(d) Read and write less.

4. Claudius claims what feeling when he hears of a possible rebellion?
(a) Fear that he must physically fight for his empire.
(b) Fearful of a painful death.
(c) Anger that someone dares stand up to him.
(d) Relief of no longer being an emperor.

5. What does King Herod not respect in a person?
(a) When people support Roman laws without knowing why.
(b) If they believe Joshua is the Messiah.
(c) When they attempt to fuse cultures.
(d) When they disagree with him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Claudius not like Justus, his new army commander?

2. On Claudius' return to Rome from Calpurnia's home, whose carriage does he run into?

3. What happens when Claudius begins his speech to the soldiers?

4. Who does Antonia marry?

5. How does Corbulo take it too far by the Rhine?

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