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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following best represents Ovid's recommendations for makeup?
(a) Young women should not wear it but older women should.
(b) Use plenty so it will not wear off during the day.
(c) Makeup only detracts from natural beauty and is gross to touch.
(d) Some is good, but do not wearn too much.

2. What does Ovid object to and says cools his passion?
(a) His lover taunting him.
(b) His lover asking for gifts.
(c) His lover wearing too much makeup.
(d) His lover continuing relations with her husband.

3. In Amores 2:6, what does the parrot show little interest in?
(a) Other birds.
(b) Food.
(c) Attention.
(d) Freedom.

4. How many times does Ovid marry?
(a) Five.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) Four.

5. What advice is given regarding laughing?
(a) Keep your teeth concealed behind your lips.
(b) All of the above.
(c) Learn how to do it without opening your mouth too wide.
(d) Do not bray or go cross-eyed.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the fifth poem of Amores Book I, what time of day is it?

2. What does Ovid say is true of love?

3. Who does the poet overhear speaking with Corinna in Amores 1:8?

4. Which of the following best characterizes Ovid's lover in the fourth poem of Amores Book I?

5. What does Ovid say is the secret to finesse at lovemaking?

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