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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Pompey.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Mithridates do to end the war with Sulla?
(a) He defeats Sulla.
(b) He captures most of Sulla's men.
(c) He surrenders.
(d) He sues for peace.

2. How does Pompey plan to enter Rome after his victory in Africa?
(a) On horseback, leading his soldiers.
(b) On foot, leading his soldiers.
(c) Carried by his soldiers.
(d) On a chariot.

3. Where does Pompey face Sertorius?
(a) Spain.
(b) Mesopotamia.
(c) Africa.
(d) Asia.

4. How many children did Sulla have altogether?
(a) One.
(b) Three.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

5. How was Marius raised?
(a) To the modern Roman standards.
(b) To the ancient Roman standards.
(c) With no specific standards.
(d) Against the ancient Roman standards.

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Pompey perceived throughout much of his life?

2. Where in Italy is the famous statue of Gaius Marius located?

3. What happens to Metella, Sulla's wife, during one of his banquets?

4. Who prompts Sulla to attack Rome, after initially hesitating?

5. What does Rex Warner, the translator, say about Plutarch's account of Marius's political skill?

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