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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Crassus.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is credited with ending the war in Africa?
(a) Marius.
(b) Sulla.
(c) Turpillius.
(d) Jugurtha.

2. How many enemy soldiers does Sulla slaughter in the "circus" while seizing control of Rome?
(a) Six thousand.
(b) Eight Thousand.
(c) Three thousand.
(d) Five Thousand.

3. What does Marius refuse in the office of tribune?
(a) Mass distribution of corn.
(b) Limited distribution of corn.
(c) Mass distribution of wheat.
(d) Limited distribution of wheat.

4. Who gives Jugurtha to Sulla?
(a) A relative of Marius.
(b) A relative of Jugurtha.
(c) A relative of Sulla.
(d) A relative of Caesar.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Jugurtha eventually die?

2. Which part of Marius's life is obscured by Plutarch, according to Warner?

3. Why does Metellus first decline Marius's request to return to Rome to seek the consulate?

4. Who is leading the enemy troops as Sulla and his men near Rome?

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

(see the answer key)

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