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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do many of the senators automatically not like Marius?
(a) They do not accept the results of the election.
(b) They don't like a New Man being in this position.
(c) They do not trust his family.
(d) They do not approve of his treatment of Metellus.

2. Which of the following was a reason that Silanus was left behind?
(a) It was thought he would not survive the trip to Africa.
(b) It was thought he lacked the talent to be in battle.
(c) He was the oldest and wisest of the senators.
(d) He was the strongest consul member to protect the city.

3. What would the pletariat be able to get for enlisting?
(a) Pay.
(b) Support.
(c) Land.
(d) Status.

4. What happens to the second child Marius and Julia have?
(a) He goes to live with his aunt.
(b) He dies shortly after birth.
(c) He is stolen.
(d) He is kidnapped.

5. How does Sulla ensure Hercules will not tell his part in the deception?
(a) He poisons him.
(b) He threatens him.
(c) He stabs him.
(d) He throws him off of a cliff.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Marius do with those that surrendered when he took over the castle?

2. How many legions of new soldiers does Marius hope to raise?

3. What was Hercules Atlas know for?

4. How does Marius begin his speech to the senators?

5. What does Nicopolis die from?

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