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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What type of wine did Trebius drink at the dinner party?
(a) Expensive wine.
(b) Vintage wine.
(c) Rough wine.
(d) White wine.

2. In Satire IV, who did the king call when he could not find a plate large enough for his meal?
(a) The Ladies in Waiting.
(b) The Jester.
(c) The Privy Council.
(d) The Queen.

3. Which of the following items were referred to as "gallica"?
(a) Sculptures.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Shoes.
(d) Fish.

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

5. Who was the dinner party host in Satire V?
(a) Clodius.
(b) Virro.
(c) Trebius.
(d) Saharan.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following seafood types was considered to be the greatest delicacy?

2. Which herb did Juvenal advise Naevolus to chew as an aphrodisiac?

3. Which of the following crimes was Emperor Otho accused of committing?

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

5. Which of the following groups of soldiers did Juvenal call "pansies"?

(see the answer key)

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