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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which of the following men upheld the "Family Encouragement Act"?

3. Which of the following genres does Juvenal write in?

4. Which of the following men was married to a fellow male performer?

5. Which of the following animal types was Meleager?

Short Essay Questions

1. What complaint did Umbricius have about the Roman court system?

2. What complaint did Umbricius have about Roman landlords?

3. What reason did Umbrucius give for wanting to move away from Rome?

4. What happened when the king of Rome was presented with a massive fish by a goodhearted fisherman?

5. Why did the people of Rome turn against the king after his debacle with the massive fish?

6. How did Caesar feel about the muses?

7. What advice was Postumus given when he decided that he would like to get married?

8. What did Juvenal consider to be the strongest vice in society during his time?

9. Aside from adultery, what other problems did Juvenal claim would plague a married couple?

10. What complaint did Laronia cite in relation to adultery in her society?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Juvenal has very strong opinions about Roman teachers, their pupils, and the pupils' parents. First, describe the role that teachers play in Roman society. Then, compare/contrast the way that teachers are treated by their students with the way that they are treated by their students' parents. What is Juvenal's reaction to the treatment that teachers in Rome receive? Do you agree with his position? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Throughout his writings, Juvenal voices his opinions about wealth and evil. First, compare/contrast the different ways that both rich and poor can be corrupted by wealth. What is the same about the two types of corruption? What is different? Upon comparing/contrasting the corruption of those two classes, cite which group seems more likely to be corrupted? Are you able to detect the reflection of your position in the text?

Essay Topic 3

The people of Rome are pray devoutly. First, describe at least three different types of prayers practiced by the people of Rome. Which gods to they pray to for each type of prayer? Are those prayers usually effective? Why or why not? Which type of prayers does Juvenal think are the most effective? Why?

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