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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Portents: Chapters 16 - 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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.

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

3. What disability does Eco have?
(a) He is deaf.
(b) He cannot walk.
(c) He has a low IQ.
(d) He is mute.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom was Roscia giving information about Cicero's case?

2. What does Gordianus learn from his first meeting with Sextus Roscius (filius)?

3. Who ended up buying Roscius's farm, according to the tavern keeper?

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

5. The owner at the Bleating Lamb tells Gordianus that________________.

(see the answer key)

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