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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Satire 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which of the following eras was rife with adultery?
(a) The Platinum Era.
(b) The Gold Era.
(c) The Silver Era.
(d) The Bronze Era.

3. Which of the following gift requests was denied to Naevolus by his lover?
(a) Silk.
(b) Livestock.
(c) Wine.
(d) Land.

4. In Juvenal's opinion, which form of inheritance was most dangerous?
(a) Land.
(b) Livestock.
(c) Cash.
(d) Title.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the following men experienced a Divine blessing that nullified all of his immoral actions?

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

4. Who is known as the Goddess of Agriculture?

5. In Satire IV, who did the king call when he could not find a plate large enough for his meal?

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