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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 9, II/25-II/33.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who do the Ephesians commission to paint a portrait of Diana?
(a) Arachne.
(b) Thamaris.
(c) Irene.
(d) Pamphile.

2. Why does Rectitude think parents should not worry about the cost of a dowry for daughters?
(a) Because virtuous women do not require a dowry.
(b) Parent should worry about the cost of a daughter's dowry.
(c) Because educating sons is just as expensive.
(d) Because God will provide.

3. Who will bring the queen and princesses to the City of Ladies?
(a) Lady Reason.
(b) Lady Rectitude.
(c) The Virgin Mary.
(d) Lady Justice.

4. After the trench is completed, what must Christine do to begin building the foundation?
(a) Start digging.
(b) Take up her pen.
(c) Change into clothes she can work in.
(d) Buy bricks and mortar.

5. Who receives high honors for saving her father when his enemies attack him during a triumphal procession in Rome?
(a) Griselda.
(b) Claudine.
(c) Triaria.
(d) Antonia.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who devotedly loves King Mithradates despite the fact that he has many concubines?

2. Who is Aeneas's wife and the mother of Julius Silvanus?

3. Who falls out of favor with Emperor Justinian but regains favor by following his wife's advice?

4. Who is so well versed in the arts and sciences that even the bible speaks of her abilities?

5. Who is Irene's master that teaches her to paint?

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