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Quiz for Primary Source 5.3: A Woman’s Actions in the Turia Inscription

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1. Why did it fall to Turia to avenge her parents’ murders?

Her husband and brother-in-law were off fighting in distant lands.

It was traditional for a daughter to avenge wrongs done to her parents.

Her husband and brother-in-law refused to take on the task themselves.

Only she knew the identities of the murderers.

Correct. The answer is a. With so many Roman men caught up in the violent struggles of the late republic, it often fell to women to take on tasks that were traditionally performed by men.

Incorrect. The answer is a. With so many Roman men caught up in the violent struggles of the late republic, it often fell to women to take on tasks that were traditionally performed by men.

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2. What does the tombstone inscription suggest about the lives of Roman women during the late republic?

Like their Greek counterparts, Roman women lived secluded lives.

Women were largely left untouched by the violence of the period.

In this violent period, women were sometimes called upon to take an active role in defending their families honor and interests.

The ideal Roman woman was modest, meek, and genteel at all times.

Correct. The answer is c. The inscription paints a picture of a Roman woman’s bravery and determination.

Incorrect. The answer is c. The inscription paints a picture of a Roman woman’s bravery and determination.

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3. Which of these characteristics did the inscription attribute to Turia?

Wisdom and cunning

Modesty and chastity

Courage and determination

Grace and beauty

Correct. The answer is c. In every incident described, Turia exhibited a brave determination to protect her family.

Incorrect. The answer is c. In every incident described, Turia exhibited a brave determination to protect her family.