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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 9, II/25-II/33.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is honored by Roman newlywed wives' desire to emulate her?
(a) Gaia Carilla.
(b) Lavinia.
(c) Juno.
(d) Dido.

2. Why do Hercules and Theseus invade the Amazons?
(a) Because they want wives.
(b) There is peace between the Greeks and the Amazons.
(c) The Amazons invade the Greeks.
(d) Because they fear the Amazons.

3. Who is so well versed in the arts and sciences that even the bible speaks of her abilities?
(a) Queen Zenobia.
(b) Empress Hippolyta.
(c) Queen Thamiris.
(d) Empress Nicuala.

4. What kind of citizens will Rectitude and Christine fill the City of Ladies with?
(a) Immoral men and women.
(b) Virtuous and honorable citizens.
(c) Chaste women.
(d) Men of various social classes.

5. Who will bring the queen and princesses to the City of Ladies?
(a) The Virgin Mary.
(b) Lady Justice.
(c) Lady Reason.
(d) Lady Rectitude.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is so intelligent that many declare that she is the goddess of arms, warfare, and wisdom?

2. Who does Theseus beg to marry?

3. Who invents the science and techniques of agriculture?

4. Who does Reason claim never criticized women more than men?

5. Who is a better painter than the men of her time?

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