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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Thanks to the barbarian invasions, the spirit of _________________ as a living entity is irrevocably lost.
(a) The feudal system.
(b) Classical civilization.
(c) The Roman pantheon.
(d) Hellenistic culture.

2. What is reported to be alive in American universities?
(a) Nasty stereotypes against Catholics.
(b) Nasty stereotypes against the Irish.
(c) Nasty stereotypes against Protestants.
(d) The mystery meat.

3. Which prophecy refers to the Roman Empire's total lifespan?
(a) The Prophecy of Romulus and Remus.
(b) The Prophecy of the Twelve Eagles.
(c) The Prophecy of Apollo.
(d) The Prophecy of Rome.

4. What is the title of Augustine of Hippo's memoir?
(a) City of God.
(b) Book of Kells.
(c) Aenid.
(d) Confessions.

5. On what date does Rome first encounter barbarians?
(a) December 4, 316 C.E.
(b) December 31, 406 C.E.
(c) December 31, 406 B.C.
(d) December 4, 316 B.C.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Petrarch blame for the Roman Empire's fall?

2. What causes Augustine to start reading the Bible?

3. Which river separated the Roman legions from the barbarian hordes that were attacking them?

4. The fable of the man and the lion illustrates how who tells a story affects the _____________.

5. What book moves young Augustine to tears?

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