aeneid book 10

latin iv final

What is Ilium?

Troy

“There shall be a time (do not hasten it) when wild Carthage will open the Alps and pour down upon Rome.” What conflict(s) is this a reference to?

Punic Wars

In the raging conflict, what does Venus beg for in the council of the gods?

to spare Ascanius

Book 10 opens with “the father of gods and men” calling a council. Who is that?

Jupiter

Paphus, Idalium, and Cythera all belong to whom? In other words, they are references to…

Venus

Phrygia and Phrygian refer to…

Troy/Trojans

“... and all the celestials murmured various assent…” Who are the celestials?

gods/goddesses

What group of people does Ausonians refer to?

various tribes of Italy

At the end of the council, Jupiter speaks and closes with, “Jupiter rules over all alike. The fates will find their way.” What is his tone?

Wants to let things play out and not interfere again

Juno brings up the mythic origins of the Trojan War. What object was given “to the fairest one?”

The golden apple/apple of discord

“And (Jupiter) nodded assent by his brother’s Stygian (River Styx) waters, by the banks that seethe with black and swirling waters.” To whom/where is this a reference?

Pluto/underworld

“Now open Helicon, Muses, and chant the roll call of the men from Tuscan shores who armed the ships and sailed with Aeneas.” How many muses were there?

9

“There sat great Aeneas, pondering the fortunes of war. And Pallas, staying close to his left, questioned him, now about the stars that guided them through the night, and now of his trials on land and at sea.” Pallas is described as being on the left of Aeneas. Who was also close to Aeneas, aka, his right-hand-man?

Achates

sequitur pulcherrimus Astyr (180), Astyr equo fidens et versicoloribus armis. (181) How is Astyr (astur) described?

Most handsome, confident in his horse, and had clothing of various colors

“Third came Asilus, the great interpreter between gods and men, a man whom sacrificial entails revealed their meaning, as did stars, birdsong, and prophetic lightning.” Name a Latin term for Asilus’ role.

augur

“Nor would I pass by you, Cunerus, bravest of the Ligurian warriors…” The Latin reads fortissime bello. What degree is the bravest/fortissime?

superlative

Aeneas is once again described as having a mighty shield. What is the origin of this shield?

Vulcan

Who was the son of Helios? He struggled to drive his father’s chariot.

Phaethon

Which of the following best describes a mythological minor female nature deity?

nymph

There are numerous references in Book 10 to ships, including the rudder. In Latin, the same word for rudder is used for key. What is this word?

clavis

Aulestes captained The Triton. What was the figurehead?

a merman

There are a few references to the town of Mantua in northern Italy. Who was born there?

Vergil

“The apex of Aeneas’ helmet shot flames into the sky, and his shield’s golden boss was a radiant bolt of fire, glowing…” All of the following are synonymous with apex, EXCEPT 

nadir

Who utters the immortal line, “Fortune favors the bold/brave,” at least the book 10 version?

Turnus

What shape is associated with the star Sirius?

dog

At one point, Turnus and his men are getting pummeled so badly that as a result, the following remark is made, “The weapons of ___ could not help them now.”

Hercules

“As Messapus, descendant of Neptune, came driving up with his glorious horses.” Why is Neptune mentioned?

Horses came from the sea

Which river god does Pallas pray to?

Tiber

Who gives a rousing speech encouraging the Trojans and then proceeds to mow down the enemy?

Pallas

“Each has his own day. Brief is the time and irretrievable the life of every man. Yet, to lengthen the fame by deeds is the task of valor.” Who said it?

Jupiter

Larides and Thymber are described as identical twins. How do the Trojans tell them apart?

different deaths

“The praise is mine soon, either for prime spoils or a glorious death. My father can live with either fate. Away with your threats.” Who said it?

Pallas

Soon after Aeneas kills Magus, there are two references to the god Mars. Why do you suppose that is?

Mars was the god of war and father of Romulus and Remus

After killing Pallas, what significant item does Turnus take from him?

belt

In a vain attempt to save his own life, what does Magus try to do?

to beg and bribe Aeneas

The mind of man knows neither fate nor future doom nor _____ when elated by fortune

moderation/temperance

Turnus says the following insult to Aeneas, “Where are you going Aeneas? Don’t run out on your marriage. Come here. This right hand will give you the land you sought through the seas.” Why is this a particularly cutting insult?

Creusa, Dido, Lavinia…poor history with women

“Lie there, you hulk. Your sweet mother will never heap earth above you back home in your country. No, you will be left here for the vultures, or thrown into the sea, rolled by waves, and hungry fish will nibble at your wounds.” Who said it?

Aeneas

Who made the phantom/shadow figure of Aeneas?

Juno

“Now die. As for me, the Lord of gods and men will see to my fate.” Who said it?

Mezentius

“I shall not die unavenged, and you, whoever you are, will not celebrate long. The same fate awaits you. You too will soon lie dead in these fields.” Who said it?

Orodes

“My son’s gone, and you try to frighten me? You murderer. This was the only way you could destroy me. We do not fear death, nor do we hold back for the gods. Break it off. I come to die, but first I have these gifts for you.” Who said it?

Mezentius

Stern (diety) balanced the suffering and death. Men on both sides killed and were killed, victor and vanquished, and neither side yielded

Jupiter

What is Mezentius’ dying wish?

a proper burial

Aeneas says the following to Lausus, “You’re headed for death, Lausus! Why rush it by daring what’s beyond your strength? Your filial devotion is blinding you.” What is filial devotion?

The love of children for their parents

Who was Turnus’ sister?

Juturna

In a speech by a diety (god or goddess), Cassandra is described as “raving.” Why?

She has the gift of prophecy, but no one believes her

Who was a local Italian king who contended with the Trojans?

Mezentius

Who was a Fury who wreaked havoc on the Trojans?

Allecto

Who was the wife of Priam and mother of Hector?

Hecuba