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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Cicero not involved with Caesar's murder?
(a) He would rather face Caesar alone than in an unfair attack.
(b) The murderers do not think he will participate.
(c) He is afraid of Caesar.
(d) He is away at the time of the murder.

2. What does Terentia, Cicero's wife, do to cause their divorce?
(a) She is exiled from the city for her associations.
(b) She tries to have Cicero arrested.
(c) She takes the valuables from his house.
(d) She has an affair.

3. What does Caesar do when his first wife dies, endearing him to the people?
(a) He carries a locket she gave him.
(b) He pays to have her buried in a better location than was planned.
(c) He speaks at her funeral.
(d) He orders a day of prayer for her.

4. What reason does Considius give for his general lack of fear?
(a) His previous accomplishments.
(b) His knowledge.
(c) His influence.
(d) His age.

5. When must Pompey make his decision to befriend Crassus, according to the man of the equestrian order's vision?
(a) Before Pompey and Crassus leave office.
(b) By the end of the month.
(c) By the end of the year.
(d) After Pompey and Crassus leave office.

6. How is Pompey mentioned in Sulla's will?
(a) He is not mentioned.
(b) He is awarded a small part of Sulla's possessions.
(c) He is awarded half of Sulla's possessions.
(d) He is mentioned only briefly as a friend.

7. How much ransom does Caesar pay for his release from the pirates?
(a) Thirty talents.
(b) Fifty talents.
(c) Twenty talents.
(d) Forty talents.

8. Where does Cicero serve as a priest before returning to Rome?
(a) Syria.
(b) Armenia.
(c) Cappadocia.
(d) Cilicia.

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

10. What does Cinna's disappearance lead some to believe?
(a) That Pompey killed Cinna.
(b) That Cinna fled in fear of Pompey.
(c) That Cinna is plotting an attack on Pompey.
(d) That Cinna has joined forces with Pompey.

11. What does Caesar do upon being declared the dictator of Rome?
(a) He gives the people more land.
(b) He gives the people their rights back.
(c) He gives the people more livestock.
(d) He gives the people money.

12. What does Pompey wait for before going to the aid of Metellus?
(a) Marius's request.
(b) Cinna's request.
(c) Sulla's request.
(d) Metellus's request.

13. How many months is it before Cicero is asked to return to Rome?
(a) Eighteen.
(b) Twelve.
(c) Fourteen.
(d) Sixteen.

14. What happens to Catiline after Cicero uncovers his plans?
(a) He is killed.
(b) He is told to leave Rome.
(c) He is wounded while escaping the city.
(d) He is imprisoned.

15. What does Pompey insist upon Sulla's death?
(a) That he receives a proper burial.
(b) That his family not be allowed at the burial.
(c) That his family be allowed at the burial.
(d) That he does not receive a proper burial.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to Clodius while Cicero is away?

2. Why does Bibulus shut himself in his house at the end of his consul term?

3. Whose dream warns Caesar of his fate?

4. What does Clodius unsuccessfully attempt to do while Cicero is away?

5. How does Pompey plan to enter Rome after his victory in Africa?

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