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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Against Catalina, Campaign and Conspiracy, 63 B.C..

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What small town was Cicero born in?
(a) Veroli.
(b) Arpinum.
(c) Paliano.
(d) Cassino.

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

3. Although Cicero's exact reason for leaving Rome was not well known, what might have been a possibility?
(a) His political ambitions.
(b) His health.
(c) His financial situation.
(d) His writings.

4. How many years before Cicero was born did the crisis that would lead to the end of the Roman Republic begin?
(a) Ten.
(b) Fifty.
(c) One hundred.
(d) Twenty.

5. When did the two Consuls trade seniority?
(a) Daily.
(b) Monthly.
(c) Weekly.
(d) Yearly.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who elected the Consuls in the Roman government?

2. What nickname was Cicero given while studying certain subjects?

3. What was absent from Rome that caused further troubles in managing their holdings?

4. Which types of teachers did Cicero study with during the time he was away from Rome?

5. When was Cicero elected Consul?

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