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The Aeneid Book 8 Flashcards

The Aeneid Book 8 Flashcards

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Religious Studies

12th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

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Magistra McCarthy

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the setting of Book 8 of the Aeneid?

Back

Pallanteum – the kingdom of Evander and the future site of Rome.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does Book 8 of the Aeneid parallel the second book of the first half?

Back

The Rise of Rome parallels the Fall of Troy.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of Evander's sacrifice to Hercules?

Back

It symbolizes salvation from danger and honors Hercules, who is paralleled with Aeneas/Augustus.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does Evander's tour of Pallanteum emphasize?

Back

The history of Rome, piety, and shrines like The Carmental, Asylum of Romulus, and citadels of Janus and Saturn.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What scenes are depicted on Aeneas' shield?

Back

Pious scenes like the Gods saving Rome from the Gauls and the defeat of Egyptian gods by Olympian gods.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the story of Hercules and Cacus?

Back

Hercules defeats the monster Cacus, symbolizing the triumph of piety and strength, paralleling Aeneas and Augustus.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What virtues are highlighted in the history of Latium?

Back

Simplicity of behavior and sincerity of religion, both stoic virtues.

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