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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. When bad weather causes a grain shortage, where does the mob pelt and curse Claudius?

2. What temple project of Tiberius' does Gaius complete?

3. Who adopts Augustus?

4. Claudius is interested in keeping the city what?

5. Where does Claudius build a harbor during his reign?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Augustus never invade another country?

2. Who does Tiberius let ravage the Roman Empire?

3. What is the peculiar method Caesar uses to raise the morale of his men?

4. What does Augustus do when Caesar goes to fight Pompey's sons in Spain?

5. Who are some of the women Caesar had affairs with?

6. What does Claudius do that none of the other Caesars have done before him?

7. Describe Claudius as a leader at the beginning of his reign?

8. What dream does Gaius have the night before his murder?

9. What does Augustus say when the people and Senate agree to give him the title, " Father of the Country?"

10. Describe Augustus as a speaker.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is the role of omens in the various Caesars' reigns? Cite examples from the book to support your answer.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast the way three of the Caesars provided things for the citizens and the purpose behind providing things for the citizens. Support your answer with examples from the book.

Essay Topic 3

How did the Gods guide the actions of the Caesars? Use examples from the book to support your answer.

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