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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section XII, ch. 29-30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Claudius plan a 5-day festival?
(a) To show the people that he is a fun emperor.
(b) To rededicate the temple to Castor and Pollux.
(c) To celebrate the death of Caligula.
(d) To celebrate his parents' birthdays.

2. Who is the first to speak up in support of Claudius?
(a) Herod.
(b) Justus.
(c) Vinicius.
(d) Messalina.

3. How does Antonia's push for a coachman's arrest backfire?
(a) The coachman reveals Antonia's treasonous intentions.
(b) The coachman bribes Gemullus to lie about Herod.
(c) The coachman reveals Herod's treasonous remarks.
(d) Tiberius' threatens Antonia of banishment for not letting the matter go.

4. What new holiday does Claudius add to the calendar?
(a) Livia's birthday.
(b) Messalina's birthday.
(c) HIs parents' birthdays.
(d) His birthday.

5. How does Herod surprise Claudius concerning money?
(a) Herod uses it to educate his children.
(b) Herod gives it to Aristobulus.
(c) Herod repays his debt to Claudius before it is due.
(d) Herod gives his money to charity when he profits from investments.

Short Answer Questions

1. What plague occurs the year Claudius and Agrippinilla marry?

2. What causes Herod to change his mind about revolting against Rome?

3. What does Asinius Gallus mean?

4. What does Marsus suggest to Claudius?

5. Why does Claudius get angry at the magistrate of Ostia?

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