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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, De imperio Cn. Pompei ('On the Command of Gnaeus Pompeius').

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Cicero assure the Roman people would prevent Pompey from forming a coup at the end of his speech in Chapter 3?
(a) Pompey's money.
(b) The Roman consul.
(c) The Roman military.
(d) Pompey's character.

2. After making his initial point against Verres, what type of attacks did Cicero launch against Verres' actions and character in Chapter 1?
(a) Ambiguous.
(b) Lengthy.
(c) Humorous.
(d) Intense.

3. How many steps did Cicero suggest the people of Rome should consider when deciding who would lead the Roman military in Chapter 3?
(a) Three.
(b) Four.
(c) Five.
(d) Two.

4. How many galleys did Heracleo sail around the coast to taunt the people?
(a) Five.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Four.

5. If Verres was not convicted, what did Cicero think would happen in the judicial system?
(a) There would be challenges to the decision.
(b) There would be an upheaval.
(c) There would be vicious acts against the decision.
(d) There would be silence.

Short Answer Questions

1. Based on what Cicero said in his speech, how did many people feel about the possibility that Verres could use bribery to cause an acquittal?

2. What was the first thing that Cicero did to open his speech for Pompey in Chapter 3?

3. How did Verres make it appear as though he built a trireme?

4. Which hearing was Verres convicted at after he failed to appear?

5. Following his summaries of smaller points, what did Cicero say was enough to convict Verres?

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