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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Satire 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why were waiters assigned to each of the guests at the dinner party?
(a) To display wealth.
(b) To converse.
(c) To ensure great service.
(d) To prevent theft.

2. In the text, which of the following substances makes up the statue of Apollo?
(a) Marble.
(b) Granite.
(c) Gold.
(d) Ivory.

3. What reason did Lateranus give for his immoral behavior?
(a) His race.
(b) His weight.
(c) His upbringing.
(d) His age.

4. Why did Lords invite clients over for dinner?
(a) To entertain.
(b) To pitch sales.
(c) To showcase friendships.
(d) To square debts.

5. Who is known as the Goddess of Agriculture?
(a) Ceres.
(b) Diana.
(c) Nike.
(d) Hebe.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was the price of the red mullet that Crispinus purchased?

2. What changed in Naevolus' appearance during the time that he and Juvenal were friends?

3. Which writer type toiled most in Juvenal's society?

4. Which of the following adjectives did Juvenal use to describe Blandus?

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

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