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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who took power after Alexander's widow fell ill?
(a) John.
(b) Antigonus.
(c) Hyrcanus.
(d) Aristobulus.

2. How long was Emperor Augustus in power?
(a) 47 years.
(b) 37 years.
(c) 58 years.
(d) 57 years.

3. Why did Archelaus go to Rome?
(a) To take over Herod's estate.
(b) To apologize to Nero.
(c) To surrender himself.
(d) To take over the Empire.

4. Where was Archelaus banished to?
(a) Syria.
(b) Arabia.
(c) Rome.
(d) Vienne in Gaul.

5. Why was Archelaus banished from his kingdom?
(a) He was brutal against Jews and Samaritans.
(b) He put Jews to death.
(c) He stole from the Temple.
(d) He allowed bandit to roam free.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who conspired with Brutus to kill Caesar?

2. What made Hyrcanus ineligible to be a high priest?

3. How many people did Archelaus's soldiers kill at Passover?

4. How long did John Hyrcanus stay in power, according to Section 2?

5. When was the "Jewish war" fought according to Section 1?

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