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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9: "Tribune Placidus".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the Surgeon of Marcus's garrison that tends to him in Chapter 4?
(a) Tartarus.
(b) Aulus.
(c) Lutorius.
(d) Esca.

2. Where does Rufrius Galarius have a medical practice?
(a) Durinum.
(b) Anderida.
(c) Calleva.
(d) Clusium.

3. What type of design is described on Marcus's dagger sheath in Chapter 7?
(a) A German design.
(b) A Greek design.
(c) A Roman design.
(d) A British design.

4. Who is the Cohort Commander that leads the Auxiliaries down the road in Chapter 1?
(a) Centurion Pilus Prior.
(b) Centurion Cassius.
(c) Centurion Drusillus.
(d) Centurion Herpinius.

5. What does Marcus suggest Cradoc put up to wager in their bet in Chapter 2?
(a) His horses.
(b) A hunting spear.
(c) A silver brooch.
(d) His cloak.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do the gods show themselves, according to the narrator in Chapter 3?

2. What does the word "cockcrow" (44) refer to in Chapter 4?

3. Who is referred to in Chapter 4 as "A most efficient officer ... with the air of a grey-headed Legate" (52)?

4. Where does Marcus tell Esca he bought his dagger in Chapter 7?

5. What was Cottia's father doing when he was killed?

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