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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, High and Low: Chapters 1 -15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After questioning Polia, Gordianus and Tiro stop at a tavern. Gordianus_______________.
(a) Gets drunk and tries to kiss Tiro.
(b) Passes out.
(c) Has a disturbing dream.
(d) Gets in a fight.

2. When Cicero asks Gordianus the question in his library, what does Gordianus think of him then?
(a) That Cicero likes to have intellectual discussions.
(b) That Cicero is a scoundrel.
(c) That Cicero knows something he doesn't.
(d) That Cicero suspects him of the murder.

3. When Gordianus questions Polia, she__________________.
(a) Pulls a knife on him.
(b) Denies seeing the murder.
(c) Kicks him.
(d) Cries.

4. How is Tiro related to Cicero?
(a) He is Cicero's slave.
(b) He is Cicero's nephew.
(c) He is Cicero's brother.
(d) He is Cicero's student.

5. How is the relationship between Tiro and Cicero different than most of their respective classes?
(a) Even though Cicero is a noble man, he still associates with lower classes like Tiro.
(b) Even though Tiro is a slave, Cicero has seen to his education and often treats him as an equal.
(c) Cicero speaks to his slaves, whereas it is customary to avoid talking to them when others are around.
(d) Cicero and Tiro are secretly lovers.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was with Roscius (pater) when he died?

2. How does Cicero's house indicate that he is of a higher class?

3. Gordianus finds a pool of blood and a bloody hand print near_________________.

4. Who is Sextus Roscius's (pater) oldest and dearest friend?

5. What question does Cicero ask Gordianus upon first meeting him?

(see the answer key)

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