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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. Who was with Roscius (pater) when he died?
(a) No one.
(b) His faithful slaves.
(c) A prostitute.
(d) His wife.

2. How does Cicero's house indicate his lifestyle?
(a) There are no trappings of wealth.
(b) Many important men gather outside his house.
(c) There are ornate rugs in the entryway.
(d) There is no furniture.

3. Why did Polia tell neighbors she saw the murder and then deny it?
(a) She was paid off by the murderers.
(b) She was ashamed.
(c) She killed Roscius.
(d) She was trying to protect Eco.

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

5. Who is Marcus Tullius Cicero?
(a) An advocate in a murder case.
(b) A noble member of Roman society.
(c) A freed slave.
(d) The governor of Rome.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do Gordianus, Cicero and Tiro finally meet Sextus Roscius (filius)?

2. How important was social class in ancient Rome?

3. How does Tiro react to these events in Chapter 2?

4. Who is Cicero's client?

5. When Cicero asks Gordianus the question in his library, what does Gordianus think of him then?

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