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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 did Verres react to the probability of defeat?
(a) He tried to bribe the Senate.
(b) He laughed.
(c) He went into exile.
(d) He denied the charges.

2. What was noteworthy about On Law?
(a) It was Cicero's longest book.
(b) It was never finished.
(c) It was Cicero's only book without an Introduction.
(d) It was Cicero's only book with an Introduction.

3. Who talked Cicero into exposing Clodius' false alibi at the festival?
(a) No one.
(b) Caesar.
(c) Pompey.
(d) Terentia.

4. Although trying to remain neutral, what did Cicero fear would happen no matter who gained control in Chapter 10?
(a) The people would be upset.
(b) The Constitution would be destroyed.
(c) The people would be resentful.
(d) The Constitution would be ignored.

5. After hearing about Catalina's plan, what did Cicero convince the Senate to do?
(a) Stop Catalina from leaving the city.
(b) Issue a fine.
(c) Arrest Catalina.
(d) Postpone the elections.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the public reaction when they became aware of the First Triumverate?

2. How did Cicero initially protect himself from Clodius and his standing gang?

3. What did Caesar think should replace the squabbles of the Senate?

4. Why did Cicero's defense of Roscius have such a big impact on his career?

5. Which year was Cicero born?

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