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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. In Amores 2:18, what does Ovid claim to be unable to do?
(a) See anything bad in Corinna.
(b) Ever give his heart entirely.
(c) Love a woman other than Corinna.
(d) Eject Corinna.

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 continuing relations with her husband.
(d) His lover wearing too much makeup.

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

4. What does Ovid recommend regarding writing letters?
(a) Use a trustworthy maid to carry them.
(b) Disguise your handwriting.
(c) Write elegantly in everyday language.
(d) All of the above.

5. What does Ovid tell women about youth?
(a) It is overrated.
(b) It is fleeting and so you should enjoy it.
(c) Do not marry during your youth.
(d) It is the time to learn technique.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Ovid's target audience when writing The Art of Love Book 3?

2. What does Ovid say about glum girls?

3. Why does Ovid berate the writing tablet in Amores 1:12?

4. Why does Corinna's hair fall out?

5. In Amores 2:9, what does Ovid argue that he should quit?

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