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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Satire 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following characters was served the best bread at the dinner party?
(a) Clodius.
(b) Virrio.
(c) Saharan.
(d) Trebius.

2. How many children did Naevolus father with his lover's wife?
(a) Four.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

3. Which of the following characters spent his days dreaming of battle?
(a) Fuscus.
(b) Montanus.
(c) Acihus.
(d) Catullus.

4. How did Catullus greet incoming coaches?
(a) By blowing kisses.
(b) By waving.
(c) By saluting.
(d) By shouting greetings.

5. What was the name of the slave-boy who was given as a gift to Virgil?
(a) Anthony.
(b) Alexander.
(c) Andrew.
(d) Aaron.

Short Answer Questions

1. What institution did Augustus build in Rome?

2. Why did Naevolus leave his comfortable job in town?

3. To which city did most Roman artists sell their work?

4. Why were artists unable to revel in their artistry?

5. Which of the following gift requests was denied to Naevolus by his lover?

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