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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Satire V.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who was the dinner party host in Satire V?
(a) Clodius.
(b) Virro.
(c) Saharan.
(d) Trebius.

2. Which of the following characters was served the best bread at the dinner party?
(a) Virrio.
(b) Clodius.
(c) Saharan.
(d) Trebius.

3. Which of the following women types did Crispinus seduce?
(a) A queen.
(b) A school teacher.
(c) A priestess.
(d) A goddess.

4. How did Juvenal feel about Umbricius' move from Rome?
(a) He was proud of him.
(b) He was disappointed.
(c) He was apathetic.
(d) He was confused.

5. Which of the following groups of gods did Juvenal suggest should step in to stop the promiscuous atrocities affecting his society?
(a) The gods of love.
(b) The gods of music.
(c) The gods of food and wine.
(d) The gods of war.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the narrator of this novel?

2. To which of the following cities had Juvenal's friend, Umbricius recently moved?

3. Who is known as the Goddess of Agriculture?

4. What was Trebius served for his main course at the dinner party?

5. Which of the following seafood types was considered to be the greatest delicacy?

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