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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, High and Low: Chapters 1 -15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why could Roscius (pater) associate with those higher in status than himself?
(a) His wife was from a noble family.
(b) He had sons.
(c) He lied about his class.
(d) He was wealthy.

2. Who is Cicero's client?
(a) Marcus Valerius Messalla.
(b) Sextus Roscius (filius).
(c) Tiro.
(d) Gordianus.

3. When Gordianus starts to question Polia, Eco________________.
(a) Throws up.
(b) Tackles him.
(c) Pulls a knife on him.
(d) Runs away.

4. In what way did Roscius (pater) breech strict societal codes?
(a) He socialized with both noble and menial classes.
(b) He favored one son over another.
(c) He drank in excess.
(d) He fell in love with a prostitute.

5. What is Gordianus's first impression of Cicero?
(a) That he is not as smart as everyone says.
(b) That he must be in debt.
(c) That he is older than Gordianus thought.
(d) That he is slightly crazy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Polia?

2. After Gordianus and Tiro leave Polia's apartment, what does Eco do?

3. What is the House of Swans?

4. In Chapter 12, Gordianus and Tiro go to the House of Swans. Who do they question there?

5. Who is Marcus Tullius Cicero?

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