A Brief Quiz On A Few Of Catullus' Poem

Catullus' purse is full of cob-webs. This suggests that his purse is empty or contains very little of value. Cob-webs are often associated with neglect and lack of use, implying that Catullus' purse is not being used or filled with money. This answer contrasts with the other options of spiders, money, and dust, which could potentially be found in a purse but do not convey the same sense of emptiness and neglect.

"di" is the shortened form of "dei"

In Catullus' invitation to Fabullus, it is mentioned that Fabullus will dine well "in a few days". This implies that the invitation is for a future date, not immediately. It suggests that Catullus is planning a special meal for Fabullus, but it will take a few days for it to be prepared or for the occasion to be arranged. Therefore, Fabullus can look forward to enjoying a good meal in the near future.

Lotium is the Latin word for urine.

This verb is in a conditional clause: "You will dine well, if you will have brought . . ."

The full form of the "donarunt" is "donaverunt" - 3rd person plural perfect indicative active.

Egnatius does not grin at a tragedy because it is a serious and somber event. Grinning at a tragedy would be seen as inappropriate and disrespectful.

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In this question, Catullus uses the word "bone" to describe Egnatius. "Bone" is a Latin word that means "good" or "worthy." This suggests that Catullus has a positive opinion of Egnatius and views him as a good or worthy person. The word choice implies that Catullus holds Egnatius in high regard and respects him.

The given answer suggests that Egnatius is compared to Romans, Sabines, Etruscans, and Umbrians.