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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Dion, Marcus Brutus and The Comparison of Dion and Brutus.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Dion drove Donysius II from Syracuse, what does Plutarch claim came of his attempt to form a government?
(a) He proved to be unable to implement his plans.
(b) He was chased from the city by supporters of Dionysius II.
(c) A popular faction opposed his plans.
(d) He could not get leaders of factions to agree.

2. What does Plutarch declare to be the condition of men in public life?
(a) "...(They) are content to make themselves the slaves and followers of all the people's humors and caprices."
(b) "There is danger from all men. The only maxim of a free government ought to be to trust no man living with power to endangerment of the public liberty.
(c) "You see what power is--holding someone else's fear in your hand and showing it to them."
(d) "Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power."

3. Who does Plutarch claim led a successful conspiracy to murder Dion?
(a) Gelon.
(b) His half brother Ochus.
(c) His brother Thearides.
(d) His friend, Callippus.

4. Who did wealthy land owners influence from the Senate to oppose Tiberius' efforts at land reform, according to Plutarch?
(a) Marcus Brutus, who opposed Caesars attempts to spread the wealth from captured cities.
(b) Marcus Octavius, who was considered to be a friend of Tiberius.
(c) Octavius Caesar, who was son of Caesar.
(d) Caius Mancinus, who was a consul of bad reputation.

5. How does Plutarch claim that Demosthenes became the best orator of his time?
(a) He was trained in rhetorical arts by Aristotle.
(b) He was an avid reader and often quoted from the ancient masters.
(c) By practicing long hours to develop a dramatic, persuasive style.
(d) He had a natural flare that came naturally.

Short Answer Questions

1. What Roman political leader does Plutarch claim was a friend to Cato's family?

2. What tyrannical Syracusan King does Plutarch report Dion served as he became wealthy?

3. Who was the Persian King that Plutarch reported Alexander defeated on his expedition to India?

4. What does Plutarch claim Caesar said when he heard of Cato's suicide?

5. Who was the Macedonian King from which Plutarch reported Demetrius and his father, Antigonus, freed Athens?

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