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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Plutarch compare Sertorius and Eumenes in their views of war?
(a) Both Eumenes hated the death of war, but loved the thrill of strategy.
(b) Eumenes naturally loved war, but Sertorius esteemed peace and tranquility.
(c) Both Eumenes and Sertorius loved war.
(d) Both Eumenes and Sertorius esteemed peace and tranquility.

2. How old was Alexander when Plutarch claims he took the Macedonian throne after Philip's death?
(a) 20.
(b) 18.
(c) 14.
(d) 16.

3. In what sort of family does Plutarch claim Sertorius was raised?
(a) A ruling class family.
(b) A military family.
(c) A noble family.
(d) A poor laboring family.

4. What five qualities does Plutarch claim that Sertorius possessed in greater qualities than the other generals to whom Plutarch compared him?
(a) Bravery, wisdom, frugality, humility, and foresightedness.
(b) Ferocity, integrity, honesty, nobility, and courage.
(c) Contentment, faithfulness, mercy, prudence and judgment.
(d) Nobility, mercy honesty, faithfulness, and humility.

5. What was Caesar's first step, according to Plutarch, when he was informed of Sylla's power being in decline?
(a) He began rallying support in the senate to have Sylla removed from power.
(b) He attended the school of a famous rhetorician named Apollonius.
(c) He joined with Crassus and Pompey to form a triumvirate to overpower Sylla.
(d) He returned to his home realizing that Sylla no longer had the support to eliminate his enemies.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did the separation of Alexander from Philip affect his reign over Philip's empire, according to Plutarch?

2. Who were they, and what were the nationalities of Alexander's parents, according to Plutarch?

3. What subject does Plutarch report Sertorius mastered as a youth?

4. With whom did Pompey ally himself to overcome the reputation of his father, and who did Plutarch report they oppose in a civil conflict for power over Rome?

5. How did the master of Rome prior to Caesar's reign make himself an enemy to Caesar, according to Plutarch?

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