Latin Vocabulary Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is Quintus doing in the bedroom?

Quintus is sitting in the bedroom.

What does Anti-Loquax do quickly?

Anti-Loquax quickly enters.

What does Anti-Loquax say in greeting?

Hello!

What is necessary for Quintus's master?

It is necessary for my master to go to the palace. Signup and view all the answers

Who has invited all the nobles to the sacrifice?

King Cogidubnus has invited all the nobles to the sacrifice. Signup and view all the answers

Who are Quintus and Anti-Loquax going to visit?

They are visiting a king today. Signup and view all the answers

Does Anti-Loquax confirm Quintus's statement?

Yes. Signup and view all the answers

How often does the king make a sacrifice?

The king makes a sacrifice every year. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the king want to honour the Emperor Claudius?

He wants to honour the Emperor Claudius. Signup and view all the answers

What does Anti-Loquax say about honouring Claudius?

It is proper for Cogidubnus to honour Claudius. Signup and view all the answers

Who made Cogidubnus king?

For Claudius was the emperor who made Cogidubnus king. Signup and view all the answers

What does Quintus understand now?

Now he understands. Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for Quintus to do?

It is necessary for me to bring a gift for the king. Signup and view all the answers

What does Quintus have in his chest?

In my chest are two tripods made of silver. Signup and view all the answers

What kind of gift are the tripods?

These tripods are an excellent gift. Signup and view all the answers

What does Anti-Loquax tell Salvius about?

Anti-Loquax tells Salvius about the tripods made of silver. Signup and view all the answers

What does Salvius need to do?

It is necessary for me to visit King Cogidubnus. Signup and view all the answers

What does Salvius want to bring?

I want to bring a gift for him. Signup and view all the answers

Is it difficult for the steward to find a gift?

It is not difficult for us to find a gift, master. Signup and view all the answers

What does Salvius see that is made of bronze?

Look! A jug made of bronze. Signup and view all the answers

How does Anti-Loquax describe the jug?

It is very old. Signup and view all the answers

What does Salvius think of the jug?

I do not like it. Signup and view all the answers

What does Salvius not want to bring?

I do not want to bring a bronze gift for Cogidubnus. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters

Quintus: A character sitting in the bedroom.
Anti-Loquax: A character who quickly enters and greets Quintus.
King Cogidubnus: The king who invites nobles to a sacrifice and honours Emperor Claudius.
Salvius: A character who needs to visit King Cogidubnus and seeks to bring a gift.

Key Events

Quintus expresses surprise about visiting the king that day.
Anti-Loquax confirms the visit and explains the significance of the king's sacrifices.
Annual sacrifices are made by the king to honour Emperor Claudius, who appointed Cogidubnus as king.

Important Facts

Cogidubnus's sacrifices are a proper homage to the Emperor Claudius.
Quintus realizes the importance of the tradition related to the king and the emperor.

Gifts and Offerings

Quintus feels compelled to bring a gift for the king.
He mentions having two silver tripods stored in his chest, describing them as an excellent gift.
Anti-Loquax informs Salvius about the tripods, prompting Salvius to rush to the steward for assistance.

Gift Selection

Salvius expresses his intention to present a gift to King Cogidubnus.
There is a mention of a bronze jug, acknowledged by the steward as an old piece.
Salvius does not like the bronze jug and prefers to bring a silver gift instead.

Cultural Context

The act of bringing offerings to the king reflects respect and the established norms of nobility.
Honouring leaders through gifts is an integral part of their culture, highlighting loyalty and tradition.

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Test your knowledge of Latin vocabulary with these flashcards. Each card presents a phrase in Latin along with its English definition. Ideal for students learning Latin and wanting to enhance their language skills.