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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where is Caepio being sent?
(a) To relieve Marius.
(b) To deal with the Germans.
(c) To the west to find new lands to conquer.
(d) To take over the war in Africa.

2. How do Rufus and Marius feel about the way Metellus is handling the war?
(a) They are surprised.
(b) They are disgusted.
(c) They are impressed.
(d) They are frustrated.

3. How does Marius begin his speech to the senators?
(a) By praising their efforts.
(b) By criticizing the way they have run the senate in the past.
(c) By telling them that he expects to learn a great deal from them both.
(d) By recounting the losses of the army.

4. What does Nicopolis find on her picnic with Sulla?
(a) Salad greens.
(b) Mushrooms.
(c) Gold.
(d) A fountain.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Metellus claim to get Rufus and Marius to join him on the expedition to remove Jugurtha?

2. Why do many of the Roman citizens fear an invasion?

3. Why does Marius ensure that his position is heavily fortified?

4. Who did the Senate decide to try for treason?

5. Who does Marius decide he will marry?

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