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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Cicero.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What leads to Mithridates' suicide?
(a) His fear of Caesar.
(b) His son's treachery.
(c) His fear of Pompey.
(d) His own men's betrayal.

2. What does Rex Warner, the translator, say about Plutarch's account of Marius's political skill?
(a) Plutarch omits Marius's political skill completely.
(b) Plutarch writes too little of Marius's political skill.
(c) Plutarch writes too much of Marius's political skill.
(d) Plutarch misrepresents Marius's political skill.

3. What type of mines does Crassus own?
(a) Coal.
(b) Gold.
(c) Silver.
(d) Silver, Gold, and Coal.

4. Along with the dowry from his wife, what helps Cicero maintain his modest lifestyle?
(a) Money from the council officials who appreciate his work.
(b) Money from people who appreciate his work.
(c) A large inheritance.
(d) A small inheritance.

5. Who pays Caesar's debt when he is stopped on his way to Spain?
(a) Crassus.
(b) Sulla.
(c) Marius.
(d) Pompey.

Short Answer Questions

1. What causes Crassus to retreat from the war with the Parthians?

2. What does Caesar do when he is captured by Sulla's men?

3. What is Cicero primarily known for?

4. What age is Cicero when he is killed?

5. What does Caesar do when his first wife dies, endearing him to the people?

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