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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, Philosophical Investigations, Thoughts on the Nature of Things, 46-44 B.C., Chapter 13, Why, This Is Violence!, Plots and Conspiracies, January—March 44 B.C..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How was the Roman Constitution developed?
(a) Through new versions every year at the same time.
(b) In layers over time.
(c) It was only written once.
(d) With frequent rewrites.

2. How long did the Triumvirate use Cicero's skills as a lawyer?
(a) Four years.
(b) Seven years.
(c) Three years.
(d) Eight years.

3. What did Cicero learn about from Diodotus?
(a) Pyrrhonian skepticism.
(b) Cynicism.
(c) Academic skepticism.
(d) Stoicism.

4. Following a successful campaign for Quaestor, what position was Cicero given in Sicily?
(a) Mayor.
(b) Advisor.
(c) Treasurer.
(d) Administrator.

5. According to Cicero in his speech to the Senators in Chapter 4, what did their reputation depend on?
(a) Their ability to deliver a fast decision.
(b) Their willingness to hear all the evidence.
(c) Their ability to convict Verres.
(d) Their understanding of each crime.

Short Answer Questions

1. After quickly listing the crimes of Verres, how did Cicero build the case in his opening statement?

2. When did the Plebs rebel against abuses of power?

3. While defeating Verres in court, what did Cicero do to become more well-known?

4. Why did the Senate become influential in the Roman government?

5. Which year did Cicero leave Rome in Chapter 3?

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