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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 XIV, which of the following crimes did Juvenal accuse Rutilus of committing?

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

3. Which of the following groups of people questioned Juvenal's motives upon Catullus' return?

4. Schoolboys in Juvenal's village prayed for the eloquence of which of the following?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. Why were gourmands regularly mocked?

2. Who was Rebellius Blandus, and why did Juvenal think that he was such a dishonorable man?

3. Why did Juvenal think that it was impossible for rich men to keep secrets?

4. Why did Persicus dine at Juvenal's home?

5. What type of relationship did Fuscinus' son have with his wife?

6. What typically happened to the men who were brave enough to borrow money from Rome?

7. According to Juvenal, why was the prayer for long life a foolish one?

8. What bad behavior did daughters learn specifically from their mothers?

9. Who was Rutilus, and what bad habit was he teaching his son?

10. Why was Juvenal so proud of Catullus' actions?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Juvenal devotes Satire II to discussing the behavior of Roman men. First, list the behaviors that Juvenal labels as immoral in Satire II. Then, describe which of those behaviors Juvenal finds to be most bothersome and explain why. Finally, explain how Domitian acts as a prime example of Juvenal's argument about immorality.

Essay Topic 2

Naevolus is a friend of Juvenal's who is living a life that lacks Juvenal's approval. First, describe Naevolus' physicality. How has his appearance changed over the course of his relationship with Juvenal? What part of Naevolus' life has led to the change in his appearance? How does Juvenal feel about the life changes that Naevolus has undergone?

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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