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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 Juvenal's village, which of the following occupations was most likely to make an individual a lot of money?

2. What name did Juvenal give Crispinus after hearing about his infamous seduction?

3. What does Juvenal claim propelled him to write and share his creation with the world?

4. Which of the following goddesses was NOT a muse?

5. How would Juvenal rate his own writing skills?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who was Emperor Domitian?

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

3. Why did the Lords frequently hold dinner parties?

4. What were the effects of the loss of private patronage for artists?

5. What type of meal was Trebius served at Virro's dinner party?

6. Why did Juvenal write poetry?

7. How did Caesar feel about the muses?

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

9. What reaction did Trebius have to the wine that he was served at Virro's dinner party?

10. Who was Gracchu, and what was Juvenal's complaint about him?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In Satire V, Juvenal describes the events of a typical dinner party at Virro's home. How does Virro's treatment of important guests and less important guests differ at his fancy dinner party? How does Virro's dinner party exemplify the complex relationship between clients and patrons in Rome?

Essay Topic 2

In Satire IV, Crispinus is a very important individual. First, describe Crispinus' character and the sins that he is accused of committing. What type of relationship does Juvenal have with Crispinus, and how does that relationship change throughout Satire IV? Finally, explain which vice seems to be the driving force behind the sins of Crispinus. How does he balance that vice with his personal life?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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