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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Tiberius allow Agrippina to remain alive and free?
(a) He still had warm feelings for Germanicus.
(b) He was hoping she would consent to marry him.
(c) She was the mother of his grandchildren.
(d) She was still under Livia's protection.

2. Why was Claudius summoned to the Hall of Justice late one night?
(a) To be sentenced to death
(b) To go over Livia's records
(c) To watch Caligula dance
(d) To judge a trial against Jove

3. What does Claudius receive from Livia?
(a) An invitation to dine with her.
(b) An appointment to join the Senate.
(c) A copy of Augustus's letters.
(d) A warning about Sejanus's intentions.

4. Why does Claudius not want to be emperor?
(a) He wants Rome to be a republic.
(b) He knows that he will abuse the position.
(c) He fears that he will be killed.
(d) He just wants to live quietly.

5. What does Calpurnia ask Claudius for instead of presents?
(a) To marry her and make her honest
(b) That he save his money instead
(c) The equivalent in cash
(d) That he buy more cows for the farm

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Sejanus advise Claudius not to do?

2. What does Claudius advise the old Sergeant to do?

3. What does Caligula make his sisters do to earn their keep?

4. Cassius Chærea was disgusted when Caligula made him:

5. Which sister of Caligula did he claim as his favorite?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Messalina tell Claudius about becoming emperor?

2. Who are the only male Claudians left by the time Tiberius dies?

3. What reason does Livia give for Tiberius making Caligula his successor?

4. What advice does Calpurnia give Claudius about his position in the palace?

5. Who are the three main conspirators in the plot to assassinate Caligula?

6. Describe Claudius's relationship with his wife, Urgulanilla.

7. What letter does Livia read to Tiberius to keep him under control?

8. What power does Livia still hold over Tiberius?

9. How does Claudius save the lives of the three noblemen who accompany him to Lyons?

10. What happens as a result of Caligula's illness?

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