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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. How common is the interaction between human and divine beings in Ancient Rome, according to Livy?
(a) It is very uncommon.
(b) It happens only once a year.
(c) It happens only twice a year.
(d) It is very common.

2. How is Horatius given a reprieve from the death penalty after his tragic response to his sister's reaction to the battle?
(a) He is considered to have been in an abnormal state after the battle.
(b) The senate does not want to lose him as a soldier.
(c) He is found innocent of all charges.
(d) No witnesses will testify against him.

3. What does Pompilius primarily focus on?
(a) Granting more power to himself.
(b) Granting more power to the senate.
(c) Eliminating the culture of Rome.
(d) Civilizing the culture of Rome.

4. How does Rome use the Dictatorship during The Republic?
(a) Never.
(b) Only as needed.
(c) It replaces the consul.
(d) Every other year.

5. What are the women asked to disregard pertaining to the men they found themselves with at the start of Rome?
(a) Their resentment.
(b) Their hatred.
(c) Their attachment.
(d) Their fondness.

Short Answer Questions

1. 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?

2. What does the group of pacifists call themselves?

3. What do the people do when creditors attempt to collect repayment in the courts?

4. According to one theory, how are Romulus and Remus related?

5. What threat causes the senate to offer debtors a relief from their debts if they agree to serve in the military?

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