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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What omen is cited by Tiberius to show that Augustus should become a God?
(a) The planets move into alignment.
(b) There is an earthquake in Rome.
(c) His statue was struck by lightning.
(d) His statue was seen to move .

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

3. What does Augustus blame for the low marriage rate in Rome?
(a) The selfishness and laziness of bachelorhood
(b) The lack of priests to perform the ceremonies
(c) The fact that everyone is related to each other
(d) The ease of getting divorces for political reasons

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

5. Which historian does Claudius hope to emulate?
(a) Pollio
(b) Cato
(c) Sulpicius
(d) Livy

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Agrippa?

2. What title does Tiberius refuse to use in Rome?

3. When does Tiberius repay Germanicus for the gold coins he gave to the soldiers?

4. Who accuses Postumus of trying to rape her?

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

(see the answer key)

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