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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6: "Esca".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From what tribe does Esca hail?
(a) The Catuvellauni.
(b) The Belgae.
(c) The Atrebates.
(d) The Brigantes.

2. Who is described in Chapter 2 as "a little red angry man who had missed promotion and grown overfull of his own importance in consequence" (19)?
(a) Esca.
(b) The Quartermaster.
(c) Marcus.
(d) The Duty Centuron.

3. For how long does Esca say he has been a slave in Chapter 6?
(a) Ten years.
(b) Six years.
(c) Two years.
(d) Five years.

4. How old was Uncle Aquila's only love when she died?
(a) 26.
(b) 18.
(c) 22.
(d) 16.

5. What word from Chapter 3 refers to a javelin that was commonly used by the Roman army and generally was about six feet long?
(a) Scythe.
(b) Pilum.
(c) Chariot.
(d) Arbetum.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Esca describe the passing Legion carrying as they marched North in Chapter 6?

2. What was the name of Uncle Aquila's dog that is buried at Luguvallium?

3. What is engraved on the gold bracelet that is bestowed to Marcus in Chapter 5 (56)?

4. What does Marcus tell his replacement commander he will do if he lets the Cohort go to ruin in Chapter 4?

5. What bird does Marcus observe when he first awakens in Chapter 4?

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