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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Satire II, with which of the following relatives was the condemned man accused of having an inappropriate relationship?
(a) His sister.
(b) His niece.
(c) His wife.
(d) His daughter.

2. How did Juvenal feel about Umbricius' move from Rome?
(a) He was proud of him.
(b) He was disappointed.
(c) He was confused.
(d) He was apathetic.

3. Which of the following groups of people did Juvenal prefer?
(a) Eunichs.
(b) Adulturers.
(c) Cross dressers.
(d) Homosexuals.

4. Which of the following bird types did Juvenal claim to give birth by mouth?
(a) Robin.
(b) Vulture.
(c) Eagle.
(d) Raven.

5. How would Juvenal rate his own writing skills?
(a) Exceptional.
(b) Mediocre.
(c) Poor.
(d) Good.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is known as the Goddess of Fertility?

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

3. What reason did Umbricius give for his departure from Rome?

4. According to Juvenal, which of the following will inherit the longings and vices of the world?

5. To which of the following cities had Juvenal's friend, Umbricius recently moved?

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