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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, The Art of Love : Chapter 3, Book 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Amores 2:10, how does Ovid say he would like to die?
(a) Murdered tragically by a jealous husband.
(b) Peacefully in bed.
(c) In a mid-coital act.
(d) By the hand of his beloved.

2. Who is Macer?
(a) Ovid's father.
(b) The wealthy merchant that sent him to school.
(c) Ovid's school fellow.
(d) Ovid's master of education.

3. What is the horrible crime Ovid defines in Amores 2:2?
(a) Bringing adulterous affairs to light.
(b) Embarrassing a woman.
(c) Denying love.
(d) Turning away a lover.

4. What history of sexuality does Ovid give to the theater?
(a) A group rape of Sabine girls by Roman soldiers.
(b) The rape of slaves on stage for audiences to see.
(c) Erotic performances.
(d) The favorite place of the upper class to find lovers.

5. What do people say about Ovid's speeches?
(a) His poetic ability is clear in them.
(b) They motivate the masses.
(c) They increase patriotism.
(d) They can bring peace between warring nations.

Short Answer Questions

1. What story does Ovid tell in Amores 3:6 in hopes of winning sympathy?

2. What keeps Ovid and Corinna apart in Amores 3:10?

3. How does Ovid feel about kissing and telling?

4. What does Ovid say is the secret to finesse at lovemaking?

5. Which of the following best characterizes Ovid's poetry?

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