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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, The Capture of Rome: Chapter 1, Rome's Capture, Part 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Livy, how much of a difference was there between the rich and the poor early in Rome's history?
(a) Rome had no wealthy people in its beginnings.
(b) No difference.
(c) A huge difference.
(d) Not very much difference.

2. What kind of power are the Etruscans known for?
(a) Cultural, but not political.
(b) Political and cultural.
(c) Political, but not cultural.
(d) The Etruscans were not known for having any power.

3. How many generations pass between the pre-history of Rome and the recorded history?
(a) Four.
(b) One.
(c) Three.
(d) Two.

4. How long does the creation and establishment of Rome take?
(a) Years.
(b) Hours.
(c) Months.
(d) Days.

5. What is a difficulty that the author encounters while writing about the history of Rome?
(a) The origins.
(b) Omission of facts.
(c) The language.
(d) Exaggeration of facts.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Quinctius lead the military against?

2. After the senate is formed, how is King Numa Pompilius elected?

3. What is the reason for Tarquin's failure at attempting to retake control of Rome?

4. How long does Pompilius rule over Rome?

5. What does Pompilius primarily focus on?

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