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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the contractor's son who drives a chariot in Chapter 6?
(a) Lucius Urbanus.
(b) Cassius.
(c) Procyon.
(d) Paulus.

2. What word from the novel refers to Celtic peoples inhabiting present day France, Luxembourg, Belgium, Switzerland and other areas of Europe?
(a) Long-hairs.
(b) Vikings.
(c) Gauls.
(d) Pilum.

3. Approximately how many men has Marcus's garrison lost (killed or wounded) by the end of the second attack in Chapter 3?
(a) Over 80.
(b) About 50.
(c) Over 100.
(d) About 30.

4. What was the name of Uncle Aquila's dog that is buried at Luguvallium?
(a) Pippa.
(b) Margarita.
(c) Valaria.
(d) Anana.

5. Who is Marcus's successor that is sent in from Isca in Chapter 4?
(a) Centurion Clodius Maximus.
(b) Centurion Drusillus.
(c) Centurion Pilus Prior.
(d) Centurion Cassius.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who is the master of the circus slaves that Marcus goes to see in Chapter 6?

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

4. What is the name of Kaeso's wife?

5. How old was Uncle Aquila's only love when she died?

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