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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, The Republic: Chapter 2, Rome as a Republic, Part 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the perception of Rome while Pompilius presides there?
(a) It is peaceful and well disciplined.
(b) It is peaceful but lacks discipline.
(c) It is volatile but disciplined.
(d) It is volatile and undisciplined.

2. What is the reason for Tarquin's failure at attempting to retake control of Rome?
(a) The people's fear of Brutus.
(b) Tarquin lacks the number of men needed to battle Rome.
(c) Tarquin does not allow his men to rest, so they are too tired to fight Rome.
(d) The support of the people for Brutus.

3. How does Hostilius consider Pompilius's culture to be?
(a) Humorous.
(b) Exciting.
(c) Boring.
(d) Expansive.

4. What is Circus Maximus?
(a) A large private stadium.
(b) A large, circular shaped courthouse.
(c) A large public stadium.
(d) A large, circular shaped senate building.

5. What procedure does Ancus re-institute?
(a) An election by the senate.
(b) An election by the people.
(c) The declaration of war.
(d) The declaration of peace.

Short Answer Questions

1. How common is the interaction between human and divine beings in Ancient Rome, according to Livy?

2. After the disgrace Tarquin, his wife, and his son have brought to Rome, how many consuls do the Romans decide to elect to replace the kingship?

3. How does Romulus urge the men to treat the women as Rome is beginning to build its population?

4. How are the Sabine people described in the book?

5. What do some of the creditors do to make the situation worse?

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