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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 does Cicero's house indicate that he is of a higher class?
(a) He lives in a fancy neighborhood.
(b) He has a gate around his home.
(c) Gordianus must wash his feet before entering.
(d) He has a family crest.

2. During their investigation at the House of Swans, Gordianus is told that Elena______________________.
(a) Murdered Roscius.
(b) Is dead.
(c) Ran away.
(d) Is pregnant.

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

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

5. After Gordianus and Tiro leave Polia's apartment, what does Eco do?
(a) He runs after them and tries to kill them.
(b) He throws rocks at them.
(c) He writes a letter explaining what he knows.
(d) He runs into them on the street and mimes what he saw.

Short Answer Questions

1. How important was social class in ancient Rome?

2. At the end of Chapter 15, Gordianus leaves for_________________.

3. When Gordianus leaves Caecilia Metella's house in Chapter 7, what does he observe Tiro doing?

4. In what way did Roscius (pater) breech strict societal codes?

5. How does Cicero's house indicate his lifestyle?

(see the answer key)

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