When Gaius Gracchus Occupied the Aventine Hill, the Consul Opimius

Multiple Choice

When Gaius Gracchus occupied the Aventine Hill, the Consul Opimius was emboldened by ______ to raise an armed band and attack him.

A) Gaius' declaration that he would not resort to violence to defend himself
B) reports from spies on the Aventine Hill
C) auspices taken by the Pontifex Maximus
D) the "Last Recommendation of the Senate"