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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 23, what does Gordianus learn about Roscia?

2. What was the result of Titus's and the other landowners' petition?

3. What happened to Elena's baby, according to Felix and Chrestus?

4. What does Gordianus learn about Elena from Carus?

5. After finishing his conversations at the Bleating Lamb, Gordianus continues on to Ameria. He meets __________ on the road.

Short Essay Questions

1. When Gordianus returns to Rome, he once again talks with Roscius (filius). What does he find out?

2. On the second visit to Carus, what does Gordianus find out?

3. What does Gordianus find out about Roscia that impacts him greatly?

4. Gordianus goes to the Roscius's villa. Does he have a plan?

5. Carus remarks "And if Sextus Roscius (filius) was a terrible father to his daughters, what business was that of mine?" What does Gordianus make of that?

6. After finding out all he could in Ameria, Gordianus is ready to return to Rome. What does he do first?

7. What is suspicious about what Carus tells Gordianus?

8. Titus tells Gordianus that the locals were told that Roscius was on the proscription list and therefore his property would be sold at auction. Why does Gordianus find this odd?

9. Who bought Roscius's property at auction?

10. Did Roscius's name get restored and the land returned to his son? Explain.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

At the end of the novel, Cicero tells Gordianus, "Crime is common. Honor is rare." Discuss that comment.

Essay Topic 2

What purpose does the story of Crassus and his pursuit of property serve in this novel?

Essay Topic 3

Slaves play a prevalent role in Roman Blood. Examine the roles Tiro, Bethesda, and other slaves such as Felix and Chrestus or Carus play in this novel.

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