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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 33.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Tiberius trusted Nerva because of his. . .
(a) honesty.
(b) loyalty.
(c) connections.
(d) age.

3. What does Augustus do when he discovers that Julia is having sexual affairs?
(a) He helps her divorce Tiberius and remarry.
(b) He asks her to join the Vestals.
(c) He orders Tiberius to return at once.
(d) He orders her to be banished from Rome.

4. How did Caligula raise funds in France?
(a) He raised the local taxes by three hundred percent.
(b) He raided the houses of all the wealthy landowners.
(c) He held an auction and sold off the royal family's goods.
(d) He executed the most wealthy locals for treason.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In order to marry Julia, Tiberius must first. . .

2. Where was Claudius when Caligula was assassinated?

3. What events trigger political unrest in Rome in 5 A.D.?

4. What trick does Caligula use to cheer Tiberius up?

5. What was the outcome of Senator Gallus's trial?

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