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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Satire 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following did Catullus throw overboard to prevent the ship from sinking?
(a) Cannonballs.
(b) The anchor.
(c) Fuel.
(d) His belongings.

2. Which of the following characteristics was Blandus' only claim to nobility?
(a) His title.
(b) His pedigree.
(c) His wealth.
(d) His virtue.

3. According to Juvenal, from whom could a virtuous man borrow heritage?
(a) From the gods.
(b) From his heart.
(c) From his neighbor.
(d) From nobility.

4. Which of the following characters was best characterized as a cheapskate?
(a) Laronia.
(b) Apius.
(c) Juvenal.
(d) Crispinus.

5. Which of the following did Juvenal claim to be the true test of nobility?
(a) Virtue.
(b) Pedigree.
(c) Respect.
(d) Wealth.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was Domitian killed?

2. Which of the following men did Juvenal compare to Nero?

3. How many sons did Catullus have?

4. According to Juvenal, which of the following types of men would a good ruler NOT torment?

5. Which of the following groups of people questioned Juvenal's motives upon Catullus' return?

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