Papyr'ius fell first, and all the rest shared his fate without mercy or distinction.[10] The fierce invaders pursued their slaughter for three days successively, sparing neither sex nor age; then, setting fire to the city, burnt every house to the ground.
_Questions for Examination_.
1.

What was the conduct of the Veians?
2.

What resolution was adopted in consequence?
3.

Was Veii a strong place?
4.

Did the besieged make a vigorous resistance?
5.