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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Phillipic II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Cicero respond to Antonius' attempt to claim control in a senate meeting?
(a) He gave a speech at the senate meeting in opposition to Antonius.
(b) He refused to attend the senate meeting.
(c) He convinced others to leave the senate meeting.
(d) He held a counter senate meeting at the same time.

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

3. For how long was Cicero exiled under the dictatorship of Caesar?
(a) Years.
(b) Decades.
(c) Weeks.
(d) Months.

4. Which sea did Pompey clear of pirates to show his military ability?
(a) Celtic Sea.
(b) North Sea.
(c) Mediterranean Sea.
(d) Adriatic Sea.

5. Which one of the following was not included in the description that Cicero gave for the men that remained loyal to Catiline because of his past?
(a) Corrupt.
(b) Old.
(c) Strong.
(d) Misinformed.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Cicero end his final speech to Verres in Chapter 2?

2. How did Cicero categorize Caesar's indication that his life was measured by his own personal achievements rather than the good of the country?

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

4. How did Cicero think the Roman people would react to sentencing the conspirators to death?

5. After refusing to behead a pirate captain, what did Verres do, according to Cicero?

(see the answer key)

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