Gaius Marius

What is the most likely reason Marius did not recieve an education?

• He was forced into the army at a young age.

• His father died when he was very young, and he had to go to work.

• He was born into a plebeian family, who did not traditionally attend school.

• His mother died when he was very young, and he had to care for his family.

Why did Marius make some enemies while serving as quaestor?

• He changed many army traditions, which angered some.

• He married into an aristocratic family, and many felt he did not belong in that group.

• He took his power to an extreme.

• He changed how votes were counted, preventing plebeians from intimidating voters.

Which of the following is NOT a change Marius made to the Roman Army?

• Changed the groups of cohorts to maniples.

• Made soldiers professionals instead of just landholders.

• Created specialized units in certain types of fighting and weapons.

• Promoted soldiers to officers from within the ranks.

Why was Marius forced to flee Rome for a period?

• He was threatened death by Caesar

• He was threatened death by Sulla.

• The people of Rome threatened to murder him.

• There was a widespread epidemic.

Which sentence would be the LEAST necessary to include in a summary of Marius' life?

• Marius made several improvements to the Roman army.

• Marius required professional soldiers to serve for 25 years.

• Marius was a great leader of Rome, who served as consul a record 7 times.

• Marius was born a plebian, so he did not receive formal education.