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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10, Vespasian.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Claudius was never expected to be a Caesar because people said he was what?
(a) Arrogant.
(b) Dumb.
(c) Tyrannical.
(d) Overconfidant.

2. Nero makes Otho Poppaea's what?
(a) Son.
(b) Protector.
(c) Confidant.
(d) Bodyguard.

3. How much gold, per guard, does Claudius give when his guards pledge allegiance to him?
(a) 150 gold pieces.
(b) 100 gold pieces.
(c) 75 gold pieces.
(d) 50 gold pieces.

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

5. Who does Galba choose as an adopted son instead of Otho?
(a) Pompey.
(b) Ptolemy.
(c) Priusus.
(d) Piso.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year was Gaius born?

2. Who does Vitellius have to outlive, according to the prophecy, so that he can live long and reign securely?

3. Claudius is interested in keeping the city what?

4. How old is Nero when he is adopted by Claudius?

5. Augustus allowed his generals to be with their wives in what season?

(see the answer key)

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