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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How was the woman seduced by Crispinus punished for her immoral action?
(a) She was drowned.
(b) She was buried alive.
(c) She was banished.
(d) She was stoned.

2. To which of the following cities had Juvenal's friend, Umbricius recently moved?
(a) Superbus.
(b) Sibyl.
(c) Cumae.
(d) Magna.

3. Which of the following colors is symbolic of honor to the Greek gods?
(a) Silver.
(b) Yellow.
(c) Brown.
(d) Purple.

4. What does the narrator claim is being recycled in bad play-writing?
(a) Egyptian hieroglyphics.
(b) Biblical stories.
(c) Shakespearean plays.
(d) Greek mythology.

5. What was the price of the red mullet that Crispinus purchased?
(a) 20 copper coins.
(b) 10 francs.
(c) 60 gold pieces.
(d) 40 silver coins.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following texts did Juvenal frequently refer to in his discussions with Umbricius?

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

3. Among which of the following animal breeds was Virgil accused of spreading disease?

4. In Satire IV, which of the following characters did NOT advise the king about his exceptionally large meal?

5. Which of the following bird types did Juvenal claim to give birth by mouth?

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