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

2. Who is Sextus Roscius's (pater) oldest and dearest friend?
(a) Caecilia Metella.
(b) Tiro Sulla.
(c) Polia Ruffus.
(d) Circus Flaminius.

3. How does Gordianus react to the events in Chapter 2?
(a) He hides behind a wall.
(b) He pulls his sword on the gladiators.
(c) He tells Tiro to run home and get his master.
(d) He does not want to get involved.

4. At Cicero's home, whom does Gordianus meet?
(a) The murder suspect.
(b) Tiro's wife.
(c) Cicero's wife.
(d) Tiro's grandfather.

5. What is Gordianus's first impression of Cicero?
(a) That he is slightly crazy.
(b) That he is not as smart as everyone says.
(c) That he is older than Gordianus thought.
(d) That he must be in debt.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Eco?

2. Why is Gordianus called the Finder?

3. Why does Tiro go to the home of Gordianus?

4. Sextus Roscius (pater) was fond of _____________.

5. What is the House of Swans?

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