2. Which of the following did the captain of the sinking ship trust for safety?
(a) Himself.
(b) The crew.
(c) The gods.
(d) The wind.

3. Which of the following elements earned praise for thoroughbreds?
(a) Their purity.
(b) Their value.
(c) Their good looks.
(d) Their performance.

4. According to Juvenal, which of the following flower types drew men naturally?
(a) Pansy.
(b) Rose.
(c) Tulip.
(d) Lily.

5. In Juvenal's opinion, well-raised children would grow into which of the following?
(a) Better parents themselves.
(b) God-fearing people.
(c) Soldiers for Rome.
(d) Fine citizens.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following crimes did Persicus accuse Juvenal of committing?

2. What was the name of the father of Alexander the Great?

3. Which of the following was Blandus' first name?

4. Which of the following did Catullus throw overboard to prevent the ship from sinking?

5. Which of the following men experienced a Divine blessing that nullified all of his immoral actions?

Short Essay Questions

1. What example did the father who built buildings in Satire XIV set for his son?

2. According to Juvenal, why was it a bad idea for parents to pray for attractive children?

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

4. According to Juvenal, what changed about humanity in the Ninth Age of Manhood?

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

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

7. How did Naevolus' appearance change over the course of his friendship with Juvenal?

8. How did Juvenal determine which men were good rulers?

9. What type of dinner party did Juvenal host when his friend Persicus went to visit him?

10. What type of relationship did Naevolus have with Virro?

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