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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction: The Apocolocyntosis.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which emperor's court does the author serve under?
(a) Augustus.
(b) Nero.
(c) Claudius.
(d) Caesar.

2. What does the accountant read at the dinner party?
(a) A game of numbers and figures.
(b) Statistical and financial statements about Trimalchio's estate.
(c) A poem he wrote.
(d) A welcome to the guests.

3. If the boy doesn't get presents from Encolpius, what does he threaten to do?
(a) Tell his father what's been going on.
(b) Cut off Encolpius' ear.
(c) Kill Encolpius in his sleep.
(d) Castrate Encolpius.

4. What language do the actors use in their presentation at the dinner party?
(a) English.
(b) Greek.
(c) Latin.
(d) Roman.

5. What must Encolpius remove for his role in Croton?
(a) His money.
(b) His wig.
(c) His toga.
(d) His accent.

Short Answer Questions

1. On which emperor's court did the author of "The Apocolocyntosis" serve?

2. Who tries to commit suicide by hanging?

3. What are the men asked for when they visit Croton?

4. Who made advances toward Ascyltus when he is with the old woman?

5. What fine must Tryphaena pay if she forces Giton into sexual acts?

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