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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. How is Cub's collar described?
(a) It is chain-link.
(b) It is bronze-studded.
(c) It is studded with gems.
(d) It is gold-studded.

2. What does the word "Tophet" (40) refer to in Chapter 3?
(a) Heaven.
(b) Woman.
(c) Hell.
(d) Man.

3. Near what ancient city did Marcus Flavius Aquila grow up with his mother on the family farm?
(a) Clusium.
(b) Isca.
(c) Valencia.
(d) Calleva.

4. What city now sits at the location of the historic Eburacum?
(a) London.
(b) Paris.
(c) York.
(d) Canterbury.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the deep abyss used as a dungeon of torment from ancient Greek mythology that is referred to in Chapter 3?

2. For how long does the garrison Surgeon say Marcus has been sleeping when he awakens in Chapter 4?

3. Who is referred to as the father of all ills in Chapter 1?

4. Where does Marcus recall having seen Cottia before when he meets her in Chapter 7?

5. What does the garrison Surgeon give Marcus to drink after he awakens in Chapter 4?

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