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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. How important was social class in ancient Rome?
(a) Not that important; not that different from modern America.
(b) Important in determining what kind of job one had.
(c) Very important; it impacted every aspect of life.
(d) Irrelevant; all citizens were considered equals.

2. How does Tiro react to these events in Chapter 2?
(a) He is shocked and disgusted.
(b) He runs away, afraid.
(c) He yells for help.
(d) He is ready to fight.

3. What question does Cicero ask Gordianus upon first meeting him?
(a) If Gordianus was born in Rome.
(b) If Gordianus has enemies.
(c) If Gordianus is married.
(d) If Gordianus has ever considered killing his father.

4. Who is Eco?
(a) Polia's son.
(b) Polia's slave.
(c) Polia's brother.
(d) Polia's lover.

5. In Chapter 2, what ends up lying at Gordianus's feet?
(a) The bleeding gladiator.
(b) The body of a dead dog.
(c) The body of a dead woman.
(d) A spear.

Short Answer Questions

1. After questioning Polia, Gordianus and Tiro stop at a tavern. Gordianus_______________.

2. Who is Cicero's client?

3. What is significant about Gordianus lacking a surname?

4. What disability does Eco have?

5. Who is Marcus Licinius Crassus?

(see the answer key)

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