Virgil's Aeneid Book 12 Quiz 3.5 / 5 based on 6 ratings ? LatinRoman myths, stories and historiesGCSEOCR Created by: HarrisCreated on: 09-05-13 09:34 What is the word which describes Aeneas's joy after he hears Turnus' name? exsultans 1 of 26 Which mountain is described as "pater" in the first simile? Appenninus 2 of 26 Who is Latinus? Father of Lavinia 3 of 26 What is the first stage of the battle between Aeneas and Turnus? Throwing of spears 4 of 26 What does "fors et virtus miscebtur in unum" mean? Chance and courage are mingled into one 5 of 26 In the simile of the bulls, who does the herd represent? The Latins, Rutulians and Trojans 6 of 26 What does Jupiter place into the two scales? The fates of Aeneas and Turnus 7 of 26 What is the word used to describe Turnus' sword as it breaks? perfidus 8 of 26 Which Latin word describes why Turnus left his sword behind? praecipitem 9 of 26 Whose sword did Turnus take by accident? Metiscus 10 of 26 Which word describes Turnus' mindset after the sword breaks? amens 11 of 26 By what is Aeneas impeded by? An arrow wound in his knee 12 of 26 What does Turnus ask for from the Rutulians as he is being chased? His familiar sword 13 of 26 Which word shows the Rutulians' reaction after Aeneas threatens them? trementes 14 of 26 What is the correct translation of "enim nec levia aut ludicra praemia petuntur"? For neither trivial nor sporting rewards are being sought 15 of 26 In his speech, what does Turnus reveal that frightens him? The Gods and Jupiter as his enemy 16 of 26 How many men would it take now to lift the huge rock? Twice six (Twelve) 17 of 26 Which word shows Turnus' weakness after he throws the rock? labant 18 of 26 Why does Turnus tremble as he is looking upon the Rutulians and the city? Death is standing close 19 of 26 Who is Juturna? Turnus' sister 20 of 26 What is the simile Virgil uses to show the strength of Aeneas as he hurls his spear? murali tormento 21 of 26 How many layers does Turnus' shield have? Seven 22 of 26 What is a "loricae"? A cuirass 23 of 26 What is the name of Turnus' father? Daunus 24 of 26 Who did Turnus kill that upset Aeneas? Pallas 25 of 26 Which spoil "appeared" on Turnus' shoulder to make Aeneas kill him? Sword-Belt 26 of 26
Book XII Aeneid by Virgil Lines 697 to 707 TRANSLATION 5.0 / 5 based on 1 rating Teacher recommended
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