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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the Roman senators is particularly wary of Jugurtha?
(a) Rufus.
(b) Marius.
(c) Sullus.
(d) Albinus.

2. How is Clitumna killed?
(a) She commits suicide.
(b) Her neck is broken.
(c) She is poisoned.
(d) She is stabbed.

3. What does Metellus claim to get Rufus and Marius to join him on the expedition to remove Jugurtha?
(a) He will be able to ensure a higher place for them on the consul.
(b) That he has forgotten the harassment they did to him in the past.
(c) They will be able to find great wealth.
(d) They can protect their friend, Jugurtha as part of a secret mission.

4. How long before the election does Metellus release Marius?
(a) 2 days.
(b) 20 days.
(c) 5 days.
(d) 12 days.

5. Why does Marius decide to marry this new girl?
(a) To meet his own personal needs.
(b) To be connected to an important family.
(c) To prevent a senate overthrow.
(d) To stop an assassination attempt.

Short Answer Questions

1. On which holiday does this novel begin?

2. What complications does Julia experience as she gives birth?

3. Which of the following is the best definition of the phrase "The First Man in Rome?"

4. How does Sulla ensure Hercules will not tell his part in the deception?

5. Why does Marius want to return to Rome?

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