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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Croton.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where does the old woman take the two students she encounters?
(a) To the grotto.
(b) To a brothel.
(c) To the palace.
(d) To lunch.

2. In the section entitled The Road to Croton, where are Encolpius and his companions walking when they see a town in a distance?
(a) In a cave.
(b) On the beach.
(c) Down a mountain.
(d) Up a mountain.

3. What kind of bottle is carried for the dinner host's urinary needs?
(a) A gold one.
(b) An urn.
(c) A gourd.
(d) A silver one.

4. What was everyone drinking at the location where the old woman took the students?
(a) Aphrodisiacs.
(b) Lemonade.
(c) Sea water.
(d) Tea.

5. What problem does the translator note in his translation of "The Satyricon"?
(a) It is fragmented and has missing sections.
(b) He cannot read the language.
(c) No one has ever heard of Seneca.
(d) He is concerned that he does not have an original copy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Ascyltus accuse of being a hypocrite?

2. Which instructor developed proper language skills in his students?

3. What role does Giton play when Ascyltus and Encolpius attend the special dinner?

4. Who is caught holding and kissing Giton?

5. What language do the actors use in their presentation at the dinner party?

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