The Sixteen Satires Quiz Questions | Quiz: Satire 13 to Satire 14

Quiz: Satire 13 to Satire 14

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. According to Juvenal, how did the gods react when men cried out for money?
a) They punished the men with bad weather.
b) They ignored prayers.
c) They answered prayers.
d) They shouted back at the men.

2. What did Juvenal claim to be the only fear that Roman men had?
a) Death.
b) The wrath of the gods.
c) Poverty.
d) Sexual immorality.

3. In Satire XIV, which of the following crimes did Juvenal accuse Rutilus of committing?
a) Beating his slaves.
b) Stealing from the church.
c) Cheating on his wife.
d) Drinking liquor.

4. Which of the following crimes was NOT committed by Calvinus?
a) Lusting for a married woman.
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