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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 14: "The Feast of the New Spears".

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is the talisman shaped like that Marcus wears on his forehead in Chapter 11?
(a) An open hand.
(b) A heart.
(c) A diamond.
(d) An eagle.

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

4. What beloved game of Legionairies and gladiators does Marcus teach Cottia in Chapter 8?
(a) "Flash the Fingers."
(b) "Jump and Run."
(c) "Peek-a-Boo."
(d) "Hide and Seek."

5. What false name does Marcus give to the guards at the North Gate in Chapter 11?
(a) The Quartermaster.
(b) Demetrius of Alexandria.
(c) Centurion Paulus.
(d) Lurorius of Lethe.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word from the novel refers to Celtic peoples inhabiting present day France, Luxembourg, Belgium, Switzerland and other areas of Europe?

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

3. Where has Uncle Aquila invited Marcus to spend his leave with him in Chapter 1?

4. What is initially found to be creating the noise outside of the fort in Chapter 3?

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

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