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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Vitellius says that the battalions in Rome have had a disgraceful lapse in discipline, what does he do to them?
(a) Disbands them.
(b) Demotes them.
(c) Beats them.
(d) Fines them.

2. Who does Tiberius expel to the far out regions of the empire?
(a) Philosophers.
(b) Astrologers.
(c) Astronomers.
(d) Sociologists.

3. The Senate declares Nero a public enemy and says they will execute him once what happens?
(a) Nero is no longer Ceasar.
(b) Nero is awake.
(c) Nero is poisoned.
(d) Nero is caught.

4. Who is Rubria?
(a) Nero's mother.
(b) A priestess.
(c) A Vestal Virgin.
(d) Nero's sister.

5. What does Nero do to part of Rome when he is "disgusted with the drab old buildings?"
(a) Flood it.
(b) Demolish it.
(c) Set fire to it.
(d) Fight a war game in it.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Tiberius returns to Caprae, he does not fill any vacancies in what?

2. What does Nero love and begin training in at an early age?

3. Vitellius greets everyone, including private soldiers, with what?

4. What is the name of Tiberius's brother?

5. To where are Nero's two foreign tours planned?

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