Julius Caesar 4.1 Word Nerd: Proscription

Julius Caesar 4.1 Word Nerd: Proscription

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English

9th - 10th Grade

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The video explores the historical context and evolution of the term 'proscription'. Initially, in ancient Rome, it referred to any written document posted publicly. By Shakespeare's time, it specifically denoted lists of individuals considered enemies of the state, who could be legally killed for a reward.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the prefix 'pro' signify in the context of ancient Roman prescriptions?

To write

To put forward

To sell

To announce

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In ancient Rome, what was a prescription?

A personal letter

A medical document

A public sale announcement

A legal decree

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During Shakespeare's time, what did the term 'proscription' refer to?

A list of public announcements

A list of legal decrees

A list of enemies of the state

A list of public sales

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could happen to people listed in a proscription during Shakespeare's era?

They could be imprisoned

They could be legally murdered

They could be fined

They could be exiled

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the incentive for killing someone on the proscription list?

A public honor

A land grant

A financial reward

A government position