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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Jugurtha find out who the traitor is?
(a) He tortures a man.
(b) He sends a message to Marius.
(c) Metellus lets this information slip out.
(d) Rufus warns him.

2. What was Metellus implicated in?
(a) A plot to kill Jugurtha.
(b) Treason of an Italian ally.
(c) Being inept as a commander.
(d) Befriending the enemy.

3. Which of the following was a reason that Silanus was left behind?
(a) It was thought he lacked the talent to be in battle.
(b) It was thought he would not survive the trip to Africa.
(c) He was the strongest consul member to protect the city.
(d) He was the oldest and wisest of the senators.

4. What request does Marius make of Metellus?
(a) To allow him to return to Rome.
(b) To let him be in charge of the battle.
(c) To all Jugurtha to remain the king.
(d) To resign as consul.

5. What ambition has Sulla lost?
(a) The ambition to help the poorer members of his family.
(b) The desire to become a consul.
(c) The ambition to be a distinguished member of Roman society.
(d) The ambition to apologize for his ways.

Short Answer Questions

1. What complications does Julia experience as she gives birth?

2. Why does Sulla leave Rome for a month?

3. What has to happen before Marius can marry?

4. What status might have affected Marius's ability to be elected consul?

5. What kills Stichus?

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