Orgetorix

[ awr-jet-uh-riks ]

/ ɔrˈdʒɛt ə rɪks /

Save This Word!

flourished c60 b.c., Helvetian chieftain.

QUIZZES

Were you ready for a quiz on this topic? Well, here it is! See how well you can differentiate between the uses of "was" vs. "were" in this quiz.

Question 1 of 7

“Was” is used for the indicative past tense of “to be,” and “were” is only used for the subjunctive past tense.

They have disappeared, and will disappear like Orgetorix and the dynasties of the time of Caesar.
Lothair|Benjamin Disraeli
This conspiracy failed, through the death of Orgetorix, accused in his own country of a design to usurp the sovereignty.
History of Julius Caesar Vol. 2 of 2|Napoleon III, Emperor of the French, 1808-1873.
They made great preparations for the expedition, but suddenly Orgetorix died, nor was suspicion lacking that he committed suicide.
The World's Greatest Books, Vol XI.|Edited by Arthur Mee and J.A. Hammerton
The daughter and one of the sons of Orgetorix were made prisoners.
History of Julius Caesar Vol. 2 of 2|Napoleon III, Emperor of the French, 1808-1873.

Orgetorix was sentenced to die by fire, a punishment awarded to all who encroached upon the popular rights.
The Story of Switzerland|Lina Hug