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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Juvenal, which type of envy would get a man overthrown quickly?
(a) Envy of wealth.
(b) Envy of power.
(c) Envy of love.
(d) Envy of heirs.

2. Which of the following activities is NOT a type of immorality discussed in the opening chapter of the novel?
(a) Bribery.
(b) Vanity.
(c) Greed.
(d) Adultury.

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

4. Who is the narrator of this novel?
(a) Vespasian.
(b) Trebius.
(c) Umbrecius.
(d) Juvenal.

5. Who returned to Heaven with Chastity?
(a) Humility.
(b) Freedom.
(c) Justice.
(d) Equality.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was the dinner party host in Satire V?

2. What was the name of the famous gourmand in Satire XI?

3. Where was the wine that Juvenal served at his dinner party produced?

4. Why did Naevolus leave his comfortable job in town?

5. Where did Naevolus work before leaving his job?

(see the answer key)

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