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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 16: "The Ring-Brooch".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long is the Wall that is described in Chapter 11?
(a) 80 miles.
(b) 20 miles.
(c) 50 miles.
(d) 200 miles.

2. Who is the Tribune that Esca describes getting into a quarrel with at the wolf-hunt in Chapter 6?
(a) Herpinius.
(b) Procyon.
(c) Lucius Urbanus.
(d) Placidus.

3. What does Esca describe the passing Legion carrying as they marched North in Chapter 6?
(a) A golden eagle.
(b) An emperor.
(c) A painted flag.
(d) A golden saber.

4. What trait identifies Esca as a slave?
(a) A chain on his neck.
(b) A branding.
(c) A clipped ear.
(d) An earring.

5. What word in Chapter 6 refers to an ancient Roman coin that equals one quarter of a denarius?
(a) Procyon.
(b) Denari.
(c) Dinar.
(d) Sesterce.

Short Answer Questions

1. For how long does Esca say he has been a slave in Chapter 6?

2. From what tribe does Esca hail?

3. What is the talisman shaped like that Marcus wears on his forehead in Chapter 11?

4. Whom does Esca refer to as "the Light of the Sun" (82) in Chapter 6?

5. What did Rufrius Galarius provide for Marcus when he set out on his mission in the North?

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