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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 9, Phillipic II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following was part of the decree thanking Cicero for proving Catiline's guilt to the senate?
(a) He had uncovered more criminal plots than anyone else.
(b) He and his allies saved Rome.
(c) He should remain in office indefinitely.
(d) He should be named as the head of the consul.

2. When did the first hearing against Verres take place?
(a) August 5-13.
(b) August 7-14.
(c) June 4-11.
(d) June 2-10.

3. Why did Cicero think that Verres committed crimes against the citizens of Rome?
(a) Revenge.
(b) Greed.
(c) Cicero did not say.
(d) Amusement.

4. In which year did Catiline's coup take place?
(a) 60 B.C.
(b) 59 B.C.
(c) 63 B.C.
(d) 62 B.C.

5. As Cicero explained, which region were Mithridates and Tigranes trying to conquer?
(a) Asia.
(b) Syria.
(c) Lycia.
(d) Galatia.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Cicero assure the Roman people would prevent Pompey from forming a coup at the end of his speech in Chapter 3?

2. Demonstrating Pompey's military knowledge, how did Cicero describe his rise to power?

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

4. Where did Caesar suggest the conspirators be imprisoned in Chapter 7?

5. What is the last thing that Cicero mentioned to prove Verres' lack of participation in the war against runaway slaves?

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