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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Satire 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To which city did most Roman artists sell their work?
(a) London.
(b) Barcelona.
(c) Pompeii.
(d) Paris.

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

3. Which of the following gods was described as a "beardless strapling"?
(a) Saturn.
(b) Postumus.
(c) Claudius.
(d) Jove.

4. Which of the following men was married to a fellow male performer?
(a) Facchu.
(b) Gracchu.
(c) Macchu.
(d) Pacchu.

5. Which of the following texts did Juvenal frequently refer to in his discussions with Umbricius?
(a) The Koran.
(b) The Odyssey.
(c) The Bible.
(d) The Iliad.

Short Answer Questions

1. During which of the following years did Emperor Domitian rule?

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

3. In Satire II, with which of the following relatives was the condemned man accused of having an inappropriate relationship?

4. Which of the following characters poisons for a living?

5. In Juvenal's village, which of the following groups of people often pretended to have money in order to gain clients?

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