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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In which town does Encolpius get a tutoring job?
(a) Croton.
(b) Pergamum.
(c) Athens.
(d) Rome.

2. Why does the witch meet Encolpius in the woods?
(a) To make him disappear.
(b) To cast a spell on him that will test his virility.
(c) To see if he is a god.
(d) As part of a pagan ritual.

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

4. How does the man disguised as the wealthy one plan to explain that he has lost some of his money?
(a) He was robbed.
(b) He lost it gambling.
(c) He gave it to needy people.
(d) He has been shipwrecked.

5. What color coat does Trimalchio wear to the dinner party?
(a) Gold.
(b) Red.
(c) Purple.
(d) Silver.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Encolpius' mentor?

2. How does the argument between Encolpius and Ascyltus in the section called Puteoli end?

3. Who really wants to know if Encolpius sells himself or gives himself away sexually?

4. Which pig part is used in the ritual to restore Encolpius?

5. What animal does the pork dessert resemble?

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