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Spqr by Mary Beard
Contributed by: Cope
  • 1. What does SPQR stand for?
A) Senatus Populus Romanum
B) Senatus Populusque Republicum
C) Senatum Populumque Romani
D) Senatus Populusque Romanus
  • 2. Who is the author of 'SPQR'?
A) Dan Brown
B) J.K. Rowling
C) Mary Beard
D) Simon Schama
  • 3. What major source of information does Beard utilize in 'SPQR'?
A) Science fiction literature
B) Contemporary journalism
C) Modern novels
D) Ancient texts
  • 4. In 'SPQR', Beard discusses the role of what institution in Rome?
A) The Senate
B) The Church
C) The Army
D) The Judiciary
  • 5. What does the book suggest about the legacy of the Roman Empire?
A) It has been completely forgotten
B) It continues to influence modern society
C) It was a failure in governance
D) It was only militarily significant
  • 6. What type of governmental change does Beard discuss in relation to Rome?
A) Transition from monarchy to democracy
B) Transition from empire to colony
C) Transition from dictatorship to republic
D) Transition from Republic to Empire
  • 7. Which city is often considered the heart of the Roman Empire in 'SPQR'?
A) Constantinople
B) Athens
C) Carthage
D) Rome
  • 8. How does Beard’s writing style in 'SPQR' differ from traditional history?
A) It avoids storytelling
B) It is more narrative and accessible
C) It is more technical and complex
D) It focuses only on dates and events
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