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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. Who leads the Gauls in their attack against Nero?

2. Vitellius was a knight and steward to whom?

3. What does Nero do to part of Rome when he is "disgusted with the drab old buildings?"

4. The Gauls attack Nero after how many years of his rule?

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

Short Essay Questions

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

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

3. What does Nero study in his music lessons?

4. What happens to townships that are slow to receive Galba as Emperor?

5. What happens during the eighth month of his reign?

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

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

8. Why does Galba remain inactive in his governorship?

9. What is the reaction of the Roman citizens to Nero's death?

10. How did Vespasian offend Nero?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Using examples from the book, answer the following question: What role do women have in the lives and reigns of the Caesars?

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

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.

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