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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 2, Portents: Chapters 16 - 26.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Rufus learns that ___________________ was the one who bought the Roscius estate at auction.
(a) Magnus.
(b) Chrysogonus.
(c) Glaucia.
(d) Titus.

2. Who is Chrysogonus?
(a) The new owner of the estate.
(b) A former slave of Sulla's, who is now free, wealthy, and powerful.
(c) Sulla's son, called the Golden Born.
(d) A hired assassin.

3. At the end of Chapter 15, Gordianus leaves for_________________.
(a) Greece.
(b) Ameria.
(c) The sea.
(d) The mountains.

4. 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 was wealthy.
(d) He lied about his class.

5. How does Tiro react to these events in Chapter 2?
(a) He yells for help.
(b) He is shocked and disgusted.
(c) He runs away, afraid.
(d) He is ready to fight.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Roscius not want to go to trial?

2. Gordianus asks a boy for directions to the home of Sextus Roscius, and he finds out ______________.

3. What did the second message in blood say?

4. Sextus Roscius (pater) was fond of _____________.

5. Who is Elana?

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