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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, In Verrum II.5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was Verres' defense strategy?
(a) To eliminate the witnesses.
(b) To slander Cicero.
(c) To prove his innocence.
(d) To delay the trial.

2. Following his summaries of smaller points, what did Cicero say was enough to convict Verres?
(a) Common sense.
(b) Context.
(c) Justice.
(d) Emphasis.

3. How did the people respond to the verdicts of the corrupt trials that Verres ran?
(a) They were confused.
(b) They were horrified.
(c) They were sad.
(d) They were silent.

4. Did Cicero say that the region Verres governed could be restored to its previous state?
(a) Yes.
(b) Most of it could be restored.
(c) Only parts of it could be restored.
(d) No.

5. How many speeches were not actually given by Cicero because Verres had already gone into exile?
(a) Eight.
(b) Five.
(c) Seven.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

1. Cicero told the jurors that the attempt to bribe them should be taken as ______________.

2. Why did Verres choose to flee into exile?

3. Which type of speech were the speeches against Verres considered?

4. When did Verres serve as governor?

5. What two words did Cicero use to describe Verres in his first speech against him?

(see the answer key)

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