Aeneid Book 1 Vocabulary and Grammar

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What does the phrase 'ore fremebant' (line 559) imply about the Trojans' collective reaction?

  • They were speaking in a structured, orderly manner.
  • They were vocally expressing their anger and outrage.
  • They were expressing their thoughts in a low, collective murmur. (correct)
  • They were singing in unison, displaying solidarity.

In the phrase 'voltum demissa' (line 561), what grammatical function does 'voltum' serve?

  • It acts as the subject of the sentence.
  • It indicates possession.
  • It functions as the direct object. (correct)
  • It serves as an agent in an ablative of agent construction.

What is the grammatical mood of the verbs 'Solvite' and 'secludite' (line 562)?

  • A hypothetical or potential action.
  • A command or order. (correct)
  • A statement of fact.
  • An action in the process of being completed, without reference to its beginning or end.

To what does the phrase 'regni novitas' (line 563) allude?

<p>The fact that Dido's kingdom has only recently been established. (C)</p>
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Why is the subjunctive mood used in 'Quis... nesciat' (line 565)?

<p>To pose a question to which no answer is expected. (B)</p>
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Who are the 'Poeni' referenced in line 567?

<p>The residents of Carthage. (A)</p>
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What is implied by the phrase 'nec tam aversus equos Tyria Sol iungit ab urbe'?

<p>Carthage is relatively accessible and not too distant from other groups. (C)</p>
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Which of the following locations is not mentioned as a potential destination for the Trojans in this passage?

<p>The region of Latium. (B)</p>
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How is the word 'tutos' (line 571) best interpreted in this context?

<p>Describing the state of being secure or protected. (A)</p>
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Which of the following best describes Dido's overall tone in this speech?

<p>Kindly reassuring. (D)</p>
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Flashcards

"ore fremebant"

Murmuring in agreement, a sign of collective approval or discussion.

Case of "voltum"

"voltum demissa" means 'with face downcast'. "voltum" is in the accusative case.

Mood of "Solvite" and "secludite"

"Solvite" and "secludite" are verbs in the imperative mood, used for commands.

"regni novitas"

"regni novitas" refers to the recent establishment of Dido's kingdom; its newness.

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Why subjunctive?

"Quis... nesciat" is subjunctive because it is a rhetorical question.

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Reference to "Poeni"

"Poeni" identifies the Carthaginians, Dido's people.

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Meaning of "nec tam aversus equos Tyria Sol iungit ab urbe"

Carthage is not so remote from civilization, implying it's relatively accessible.

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Destination NOT mentioned

Erycis fines is a destination NOT mentioned as a possible goal for the Trojans.

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Meaning of "tutos"

"tutos" is best understood as an adjective meaning 'safe'.

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Dido's tone

Dido's overall tone in this speech is reassuring and diplomatic.

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Study Notes

  • "ore fremebant" implies Trojans were murmuring in agreement.
  • "voltum" is in the accusative case.
  • "Solvite" and "secludite" are in the imperative mood.
  • "regni novitas" refers to the recent establishment of Dido's kingdom.
  • "Quis... nesciat" is subjunctive because it is a rhetorical question.
  • "Poeni" identifies the Carthaginians.
  • "nec tam aversus equos Tyria Sol iungit ab urbe" suggests Carthage is not so remote from civilization.
  • Latium is not mentioned as a possible goal for the Trojans.
  • "tutos" is best understood as an adjective meaning "safe".
  • Dido's overall tone can best be described as reassuring and diplomatic.

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