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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Jugurthine War XXV-XXXVI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Sallust say he is writing this book?
(a) He wants to be famous.
(b) Because he wants to make some money.
(c) Because he was told to by the Senate.
(d) Because Jugurtha had a great effect on Roman society.

2. Sallust claims his writing is not totally accurate because of this.
(a) Too many facts have been covered up.
(b) Censors.
(c) Cicero wanted a biased history.
(d) Too much time has passed.

3. What does Catiline plan to do with Lucius Cotta and Lucius Torquatus?
(a) Give them high positions in their government.
(b) Assassinate them.
(c) Marry them to his sisters.
(d) Make them ambassadors.

4. What does Sallust say is the reason Catiline eventually led the battle from the front line?
(a) He remembered his noble origins.
(b) He was able to keep track of the battle better.
(c) He was a better fighter then most of his men.
(d) It stopped his men from running away.

5. What does Antonio do before the battle with Catiline?
(a) Meet with his commanders.
(b) Give a speech to the soldiers.
(c) Hand command over to Petreius.
(d) Take a nap.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Jugurtha's relationship to Micipas?

2. Why does Jugurtha bribe Romans?

3. What type of government does Sallust say could bring about a change?

4. Why did the government become unsupportable?

5. What does Catiline mix for his followers to drink?

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