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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) Some is good, but do not wearn too much.
(b) Young women should not wear it but older women should.
(c) Use plenty so it will not wear off during the day.
(d) Makeup only detracts from natural beauty and is gross to touch.

2. In Amores 2:19, what does Ovid wish for in the end of Amores?
(a) Corinna's husband to present more of a challenge.
(b) The affair with Corinna to go on forever.
(c) A new lover.
(d) Corinna to separate from her husband so they could marry.

3. Which of the following could be a quote from Amores 1:8?
(a) "Stop worshipping genius, try generosity just for a change."
(b) All of the above.
(c) "But never stay angry too long. A festering quarrel can make permanent enemies."
(d) "A certain bitch, snake, hag."

4. What would happen if Daedalus or his son flew too high?
(a) The gods would become envious.
(b) They would become lost.
(c) Their wax wings would be softened by the sun and break.
(d) They would faint from lack of air.

5. Which of the following best describes the content of The Art of Love Book 3?
(a) A guide for women about love.
(b) What men want.
(c) How women should present themselves.
(d) How to find a husband.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the competitor Ovid support do in the competition?

2. What history of sexuality does Ovid give to the theater?

3. What reason does Ovid give for his impotence in Amores 3:7?

4. In Amores 2:11, who is traveling?

5. What advice is given regarding laughing?

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