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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section VIII, ch. 19-21.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Claudius credit for the rains and success in Morocco?
(a) Geta.
(b) Helius, God of weather.
(c) Father Gwa-Gwa.
(d) Rufius, his army commander.

2. Who attempts assassination on Claudius?
(a) Seneca.
(b) A slave of Lesbia's.
(c) Messalina.
(d) A freed man of Lesbia's.

3. What is Herod's last advice to Claudius at Herod's farewell party?
(a) Beware of too much flattery.
(b) To keep his enemies close.
(c) Not to trust anyone.
(d) Don't forget about the people.

4. According to Claudius, what is the best Roman monument?
(a) The Temple of Mars.
(b) The Appian Way.
(c) The statue of Augustus.
(d) The palace.

5. How does Tiberius die?
(a) Scurvy.
(b) By shipwreck.
(c) Macro smothers him.
(d) Herod's evil.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the significance of an owl in the prison with Herod?

2. What is the consensus of the people when Caligula dies?

3. Why does Vitellius write to Claudius?

4. What advice does Xenophon give Claudius?

5. What cures Claudius of trembles and fatigue?

(see the answer key)

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