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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Naevolus leave his comfortable job in town?
(a) He has been fired.
(b) For the pursuit of love.
(c) For an adventure.
(d) For more money.

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

3. Who was Naevolus' lover?
(a) Umbricius.
(b) Gazette.
(c) Virro.
(d) Trebius.

4. Which of the following groups of people did Umbricius consider to be the most dishonest?
(a) Landlords.
(b) Doctors.
(c) Bankers.
(d) Teachers.

5. Which of the following did Juvenal claim to be the only thing that dictated fortune?
(a) Fortune.
(b) Family.
(c) Fate.
(d) Fantasy.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was Domitian killed?

2. How did Catullus greet incoming coaches?

3. Which of the following men did Juvenal consider a "dandy"?

4. How many children did Naevolus father with his lover's wife?

5. Who called on Blandus to earn the respect of the town through his actions?

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