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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Pro Marcello.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Silanus think the death penalty should be given to the conspirators?
(a) It would be a popular decison with the people.
(b) It would cost less than imprisoning them.
(c) It would deter Catiline's other supporters.
(d) It would fit their crimes.

2. Which revolt did Cicero reference in order to prove his case against Verres?
(a) Triocala.
(b) Triracia.
(c) Alesa.
(d) Demena.

3. What was Verres' defense strategy?
(a) To slander Cicero.
(b) To eliminate the witnesses.
(c) To delay the trial.
(d) To prove his innocence.

4. How did Cicero categorize the war's outcome in his speech for Pompey in Chapter 3?
(a) It looked largely won to all.
(b) It looked largely won to some.
(c) It looked largely lost to all.
(d) It looked largely lost to some.

5. What did some think Cicero might have been trying to maintain by giving Pro Marcello?
(a) His influence in designing new laws.
(b) His general status in Rome.
(c) His reputation as an orator.
(d) His position in the senate.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Cicero in Chapter 5, what was clear about Catiline?

2. What two words did Cicero use to describe Verres in his first speech against him?

3. Which group of people helped Cicero produce the letters between Catiline and his men that detailed their plans?

4. How many galleys did Heracleo sail around the coast to taunt the people?

5. Why did the senate apologize to Cicero after hearing the evidence against Catiline?

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