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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, In Catilinam I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Following his summaries of smaller points, what did Cicero say was enough to convict Verres?
(a) Common sense.
(b) Context.
(c) Justice.
(d) Emphasis.

2. When did Mithridates acquire the territories he controlled during the time of Cicero's speech in Chapter 3?
(a) After his alliance with Rome.
(b) Before his alliance with Rome.
(c) During his alliance with Rome.
(d) Both before and after his alliance with Rome.

3. When did the first hearing against Verres take place?
(a) August 5-13.
(b) June 4-11.
(c) June 2-10.
(d) August 7-14.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How many steps did Cicero suggest the people of Rome should consider when deciding who would lead the Roman military in Chapter 3?

2. Why had Catiline not already retreated into exile when Cicero gave his speech?

3. What did Cicero assure the Roman people would prevent Pompey from forming a coup at the end of his speech in Chapter 3?

4. Why did Cicero think that Verres committed crimes against the citizens of Rome?

5. What did Cicero promise to the jurors at the end of his first speech against Verres?

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