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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. Of what does Ovid dream in Amores 3:5?
(a) A heifer and a bull on a lush hillside.
(b) The gods demanding more verse.
(c) Being desolate and alone in old age.
(d) A parrot spouting his verses.

2. How long does Ovid's family live?
(a) Ovid lives longer than all of his children.
(b) Ovid dies a young man before his talents have totally matured.
(c) They all die young.
(d) They all live reasonably long lives.

3. Who is arguing about Ovid in Amores 3:1?
(a) Elegy and Tragedy.
(b) Corinna and Lucinda.
(c) Fate and Duty.
(d) Elegy and Corinna.

4. What trait does Ovid teach as important in the winning of the girl of one's choice?
(a) Patience.
(b) All of the above.
(c) Persistance.
(d) Flexibility.

5. What does Ovid recommend women pay great attention to?
(a) The passion of a lover.
(b) The wealth of her suitor.
(c) Determining if a potential lover is sincere or a player.
(d) The other women surrounding a potential lover.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following best characterizes the content of The Art of Love book 2?

2. In Amores 1:6, what activity is Ovid engaged in?

3. Who is Augustus?

4. What story does Ovid tell in Amores 3:6 in hopes of winning sympathy?

5. What advice does Ovid give particularly to lovers who are poor?

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