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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, The Art of Love : Chapter 1, Book 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What spectacle does Ovid watch in Amores 3:2?
(a) Chariot races.
(b) The forum.
(c) Gladiators.
(d) The gods fighting for influence.

2. What happens that Ovid regrets instantly in Amores 1:7?
(a) He has just been caught by his lover's husband.
(b) He has just said hurtful things to his lover.
(c) He has just broken up with his lover.
(d) He has just physically attacked his lover.

3. In Amores 2:5, what does Ovid witness his lover doing?
(a) Lying to avoid him.
(b) Making love to her husband.
(c) Having an affair with another man.
(d) Saying bad things about him.

4. What story does Ovid tell in Amores 3:6 in hopes of winning sympathy?
(a) The death of Tibullus.
(b) The story of the Caesar's own marriage.
(c) The story of Achilles.
(d) The story of a river that fell in love.

5. Which of the following best describes the nature of The Art of Love Book 1?
(a) Suggestions on how to find a soul mate.
(b) A collection of observations about love.
(c) A rancorous tirade of a bittered lover.
(d) A how-to manual about seducing women.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Ovid recommend that a person start his or her quest for love?

2. What do people say about Ovid's speeches?

3. Whose baby does Ovid suppose Corinna is carrying when she tries to get an abortion?

4. What problem does Ovid have in Amores 2:10?

5. What is Ovid hoping will happen as he waits outside the door in Amores 1:6?

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