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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Nero took Poppaea from her husband to be what?
(a) His slave.
(b) His daughter.
(c) His wife.
(d) His mistress.

2. How long did Gaius rule for?
(a) Six years.
(b) Three years.
(c) Four years.
(d) Five years.

3. Who kills Galba?
(a) His servants.
(b) A soldier.
(c) A mob.
(d) Some women.

4. What is the name of Julius' brother who was exiled by Sulla?
(a) Lucius Cinna.
(b) Lucius Serranto.
(c) Lucius Callan.
(d) Lucius Serra.

5. How does Augustus deliver his speeches?
(a) He has cue cards.
(b) He memorizes them.
(c) He has a prompter.
(d) He reads them.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many times does Otho stab himself before he dies?

2. What was Galba's grandfather invoking when an eagle came to take the entrails he held?

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

4. What surname is Gaius given as a joke?

5. Who does Galba choose as an adopted son instead of Otho?

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