CLC Stage 17 "ad templum" Questions

Type a translation for lines 1-4 ("per viam ... gemitum."

In lines 5-7, we learn from Barbillus that

• the man approaching is Plancus, a very smart but way too talkative man.

• it is time to go to the most famous temple to sacrifice to Vesuvius.

• Alexandria is full of bothersome people who often have to visit temples and monuments.

In lines 8-14, we learn that Barbillus is headed to

• the temple of Augustus, and he is in a hurry.

• the temple of Serapis, which is a long trip away.

Type a translation for lines 19-20 (Barbillus' lines).

Through Plancus' speech in lines 21-27, we learn that [check two]

• the god Serapis has a magnificent temple, and his statue inside has a corn basket on his head.

• the temple is very crowded, and it is hard to see the sanctuary.

• they have arrived just in time to see the priests make a sacrifice.

• Serapis is the most dignified god and the priests are preparing cornbread for him.

In lines 30-31, the priests demand

• silence.

• monetary offerings.

• a sheep for the sacrifice.

• applause to start the sacrifice.

Translate Barbillus' words in lines 33-35.