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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. Nero makes Otho Poppaea's what?

2. Vitellius was a knight and steward to whom?

3. Vitellius is Governor of what location?

4. Where does Nero banish Otho when Otho falls in love with his mistress?

5. Vitellius greets everyone, including private soldiers, with what?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is irrational about Nero's preparations when Galba is bringing troops to Rome?

2. Why does Galba remain inactive in his governorship?

3. What is believed to have happened when Augustus saw Galba as a little boy?

4. How does Nero try to strengthen his voice?

5. What does the eagle do when Galba is with his grandfather?

6. What does Vespasian do in Britain when Claudius is Emperor?

7. What does Otho do to drunken wanderers?

8. Before killing themselves, what do the soldiers call Otho?

9. How does Otho get to be Nero's confidant?

10. What is Galba given for his military achievements in Africa.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain, using examples from the book, the purpose of the government under the Caesars.

Essay Topic 2

Select one Caesar from the book and explain why his downfall was the worst and what caused his downfall. Use evidence from the book in support of your answer.

Essay Topic 3

Many of the titles given to the various Caesars started with "Father." Why is this important? Use examples from the book in support of your answer.

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