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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What organization has its beginnings during the fall of the Roman empire?
(a) Mafia.
(b) Communists.
(c) Nazis.
(d) Fascists.

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

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

4. Whose intent was it to preach to all nations?
(a) The apostles'.
(b) Patrick's.
(c) The barbarians'.
(d) The pope's.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does the deal between Queen Medb and the bull's owner fall through?

2. Who, according to Tain Bo Cuailnge, teaches Cuchulainn to fight?

3. Who were the "white chimpanzees?"

4. How many people was Cuchulainn able to reportedly kill in three passes during one battle?

5. According to the author of How the Irish Saved Civilization, leisure is necessary for learning to ______________.

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