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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 2.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did the Jewish war break out according to Flavius Josephus?
(a) In Nero's 13th year of reign.
(b) In Nero's 14th year of reign.
(c) In Nero's 15th year of reign.
(d) In Nero's 12th year of reign.

2. Which of Rome's great enemies attacked Jerusalem, in Section 2?
(a) The Gauls.
(b) Parthia.
(c) Sophia.
(d) The Barbarians.

3. How did Phasael kill himself?
(a) He drowned himself.
(b) He hung himself.
(c) He slit his throat.
(d) He threw his head on a rock.

4. Who ordered Hyrcanus to acquit Herod?
(a) Sectus Caesar.
(b) Simon.
(c) Titus.
(d) Vespasian.

5. How long did Alexander stay in power?
(a) 29 years.
(b) 27 years.
(c) 28 years.
(d) 26 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Flavius Josephus' father's name?

2. Who succeeded to John Hyrcanus after his death?

3. Who took power after Alexander's widow fell ill?

4. Why did Hyrcanus abdicate his throne?

5. How long did Caligula stay in power?

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