View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 29.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is assumed to become Augustus's successor when he dies?
(a) Germanicus
(b) Castor
(c) Postumus
(d) Tiberius

2. How long has Augustus ruled Rome?
(a) Twenty years
(b) Forty years
(c) Sixty years
(d) Fifty-five years

3. What, according to Claudius, was a great turning point in Tiberius's reign?
(a) Sejanus banishing Nero
(b) The death of Livia
(c) The retirement to Capri
(d) The Senate honoring Sejanus

4. Why does Augustus move the sword-fighters out of the city?
(a) They are expected to defend the outer boroughs.
(b) He is afraid they might lead rebellions.
(c) They are needed to help transport corn shipments.
(d) So that smaller cities can enjoy their shows.

5. What does Piso give Tiberius at his trial?
(a) A bundle of letters that Tiberius wrote to him
(b) A book that he says was Germanicus's personal journal
(c) A gift that he claimed was from the people of Syria
(d) A small, wrapped package about the size of a good-luck charm

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Claudius actually reading?

2. Agrippina asks Tiberius for permission to marry who?

3. What notable thing does Claudius do at his first games?

4. According to Claudius, how many Germans for each Roman soldier killed in the battles?

5. What title does Tiberius refuse on Livia's behalf?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 255 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample