Latin GCSE: Suetonius

Revision of the key facts about Suetonius set text 

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  • Created by: Maria
  • Created on: 12-04-12 17:05

1. In the last days before his death, what did Caesar learn that was crossing which River?

  • flock of sheep, Rubicon
  • herd of horses, Nile
  • herd of horses, Rubicon
  • flock of sheep, Nile
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2. When did Caesar cross this River?

  • 48 BC
  • 50 BC
  • 49 BC
  • 46 BC
  • 47 BC

3. Which province had he left illegally as a result of crossing the river?

  • Troy
  • Carthage
  • Gaul
  • Rome
  • Tuscany

4. Comperit pertinacissime pabulo "learnt that they were refusing their fodder most obstinately", which literary device is used here?

  • Metaphor
  • Vivid imagery
  • Alliteration of the letter
  • Simile

5. What is a 'haruspex'?

  • Soothsayer who looks for omens in the entrails of sacrificed animals
  • Medical specialist, like a modern doctor
  • A type of witch
  • A hair spectator

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