quaestor

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When he returned from his first political posting, as quaestor in Sicily, for instance, he imagined his fame would have spread far and wide.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith

In 77 he was quaestor, in 68 praetor, and in 67-66 governor of Africa.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 5 "Cat" to "Celt" by Various

Each proconsul was assisted by a quaestor, and by three propraetorian legati whose appointment was approved by the princeps.

From A History of Rome to 565 A. D. by Boak, Arthur Edward Romilly

As quaestor in Spain in 136 he had distinguished himself for courage and honesty in dealing with the native population and had acquainted himself with the military needs of Rome.

From A History of Rome to 565 A. D. by Boak, Arthur Edward Romilly

Cicero, when quaestor in Sicily, found the tomb in a neglected state and restored it.

From Archimedes Men of Science by Heath, Thomas Little