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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Sulla.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happens in Sulla's first bid for praetorship?
(a) He ties with his opponent.
(b) He loses it.
(c) He wins it.
(d) He withdraws from the race.

2. During his stand for praetorship, what is Marius unsuccessfully prosecuted for?
(a) Treason.
(b) Theft.
(c) Murder.
(d) Bribery.

3. What language did Marius speak very little of?
(a) Spanish.
(b) English.
(c) Greek.
(d) Italian.

4. What prevents Sulla from giving the command to attack against Marius' men in the way he is hoping for?
(a) He is waiting for reinforcements.
(b) Heavy rain.
(c) Heavy winds.
(d) His men are too tired.

5. What is Marius's statue made out of?
(a) Marble.
(b) Gold.
(c) Stone.
(d) Bronze.

Short Answer Questions

1. What traditional belief does Marius go against in his first consul?

2. What does Warner indicate is exaggerated by Plutarch?

3. Where does Marius participate in a war as legate to Metellus?

4. What serves as the basis for the saying, "one of Marius's mules"?

5. At what age is Sulla appointed consul?

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