Quiz on Vercingetorix and Caesar's Approach to Avaricum

Where did Caesar position his camp?

• Near the river

• On a hill

• In the forest

• At the narrow entrance to Avaricum

Why was there a shortage of grain for Caesar's army?

• The grain was destroyed by the enemy

• The Haedui refused to give grain and the Boii had little supply

• The grain was lost during transport

• The soldiers consumed it too quickly

What did Caesar do upon learning about Vercingetorix's movements?

• He moved his camp closer to Avaricum

• He sent a messenger to negotiate

• He retreated to a safer location

• He set out at midnight and reached the enemy camp at dawn

What did the Gauls do when they learned of Caesar's arrival?

• They attacked immediately

• They surrendered

• They hid their wagons and supplies in the woods

• They sent an envoy to negotiate

What did Caesar order his troops to do after receiving news about the Gauls' actions?

• To form a battle line

• To build fortifications

• To retreat

• To prepare for a naval battle