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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Otho.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Nero has to sign execution orders, he says he wishes he had never learned how to do what?
(a) Read.
(b) Write.
(c) Speak.
(d) Rule.

2. How does a commoner try to kill Claudius?
(a) By stabbing him.
(b) By tripping him.
(c) By poisoning him.
(d) By running him over with a horse.

3. Who is Tiberius's first wife?
(a) Telipsana.
(b) Calipsana.
(c) Fatlipsana.
(d) Vipsania.

4. The Temple of ______ Mars is one of Augustus's famous public works.
(a) Leading.
(b) Watchful.
(c) Avenging.
(d) Triumphant.

5. What is struck by lightning on the Ides of March during Gaius's reign?
(a) The Capitol at Italia.
(b) The Capitol at Rome.
(c) The Capitol at Capua.
(d) The Capitol at Tuscany.

Short Answer Questions

1. Augustus sends Tiberius to pacify what area?

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

3. Why does Galba remain inactive during his governorship?

4. Galba wins what types of awards for his military achievements in Africa?

5. What does Gaius go to fetch after giving a heartfelt speech at Tiberius' funeral?

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