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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 20: "Valedictory".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What shapes on the shield-boss does Esca say expresses the nature of his people in Chapter 7?
(a) Zig-zags.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Curves.
(d) Straight lines.

2. In whose charge does Marcus leave Cub as he sets out on his mission in Chapter 10?
(a) Uncle Aquila.
(b) Tartarus.
(c) Cottia.
(d) Stephano.

3. How many warriors from the tribe chase down Marcus and Esca after they have left in Chapter 16?
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) Seven.
(d) Nine.

4. What is Guern doing as he whistles in Chapter 17?
(a) Building a fort.
(b) Picking berries.
(c) Plowing his farm.
(d) Leading a cow.

5. Where has Uncle Aquila invited Marcus to spend his leave with him in Chapter 1?
(a) Calleva.
(b) Isca.
(c) Durinum.
(d) Clusium.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. In how many days' time does Placidus say he will board the galley in Chapter 9?

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

5. In describing the fight against the Red Crests in Chapter 15, the Chieftan's grandfather says that his tribe brought the enemy to bay in the bog country north of what place?

(see the answer key)

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