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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Gaius is short on cash, what does he do?
(a) Make war.
(b) Cut back on expenses.
(c) Search for new treasure.
(d) Raise taxes.

2. What surname is Gaius given as a joke?
(a) Caligula.
(b) Antony.
(c) Brutus.
(d) Theodorus.

3. After his retirement, when he attempts to return to Rome a second time, a soothsayer says there is what waiting for Tiberius in Rome?
(a) A mob.
(b) An assassin.
(c) Lots of work.
(d) A disaster.

4. After his daughter dies, what does Julius hold in his daughter's memory?
(a) A funeral.
(b) A banquet.
(c) A religious ceremony.
(d) A play.

5. How did Gaius die?
(a) In his sleep.
(b) On accident.
(c) In the sea.
(d) Murder.

Short Answer Questions

1. Augustus believed that no women were allowed at ___________ games.

2. What type of illness might account for Gaius's overconfidence and severe insecurities?

3. How old was Tiberius when he died?

4. Galba had how many wives?

5. How long does it take before Tiberius leaves Rome once he is the leader?

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