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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was the legendary founder of the Mycenae and of the Perseid dynasty of Danaans in Greek mythology?
(a) Mithras.
(b) Perseus.
(c) Tartarus.
(d) Procyon.

2. Who does Cottia insist Marcus send to tell her after his surgery is over in Chapter 8?
(a) Esca.
(b) Procyon.
(c) Tartarus.
(d) Perseus.

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

4. How long does Uncle Aquila say it has been since he has been to Eburacum in Chapter 10?
(a) 16 years.
(b) 12 years.
(c) 25 years.
(d) 15 years.

5. What is the name of the Chieftan's maternal grandfather in Chapter 14?
(a) Beppo.
(b) Pilum.
(c) Tradui.
(d) Typhon.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who goes to fetch Esca the slave and bring him to Uncle Aquila's home in Chapter 6?

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

3. What is the age difference between Uncle Aquila and Marcus's father?

4. Who is the Cohort Commander that leads the Auxiliaries down the road in Chapter 1?

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

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