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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When the news reaches Rome that Tiberius has died, what happens in Rome?
(a) A lot of speeches.
(b) A great celebration.
(c) A week of mourning.
(d) A riot.

3. When Tiberius retires from the public eye, he makes the young men and women dress up as what?
(a) Satyrs and Angels.
(b) Gods and Goddesses.
(c) Sprites and Elves.
(d) Pans and Nymphs.

4. What is the name of Tiberius's brother?
(a) Drusas.
(b) Franusas.
(c) Galusas.
(d) Thrusas.

5. Vitellius is admired by many of the previous Caesars for his skill at what?
(a) Art.
(b) Music.
(c) Chariot driving.
(d) Knife fighting.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Nero tries to molest a senator's wife, what does the senator do to Nero?

2. Vitellius was a knight and steward to whom?

3. Who is Rubria?

4. After his retirement, when he attempts to return to Rome a second time, a soothsayer says there is what waiting for Tiberius in Rome?

5. What title does Tiberius decline to be called?

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