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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 4, The Cures for Love : Chapter 1, The Cures for Love.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following does Ovid suggest is a bad idea?
(a) All of the above.
(b) Seduce a maid to get to a girl.
(c) Get drunk.
(d) Praise your girl to a friend.

2. Where is Ovid born?
(a) In the southern part of France.
(b) In Greece.
(c) Outside the city of Rome.
(d) In Rome.

3. How much focus does Ovid put on poetry when he finishes his education?
(a) He nurtures his poetic talent on the side while studying for a lucrative career.
(b) He continues to study it diligently even though he does not think he would ever use it.
(c) He focuses all his attention on poetry.
(d) He has given up all hope of becoming a poet and does not think of it at all.

4. According to Ovid, how much should you talk to a girl when you are leaving her?
(a) Only if she asks.
(b) As much as you can because it will make it real.
(c) Not at all. Stay silent.
(d) Write her a letter that puts the blame on you.

5. In Amores 1:6, what activity is Ovid engaged in?
(a) Entreating the gods to bring his lover to him.
(b) A nightime vigil outside his lovers door as he hopes to be let in.
(c) Dressing for a social occasion.
(d) Begging his lover to let him come to her.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Daedalus make wings for himself and his son?

2. What is Ovid angry at in Amores 3:6?

3. Which of the following does Ovid use to describe the best time to end a love affair?

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

5. What does Ovid recommend regarding writing letters?

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