The Story of Aeneas and the Founding of Rome

The transcript narrates the epic journey of Aeneas, a Trojan hero destined to found Rome. After fleeing the fallen city of Troy, Aeneas and his followers face numerous challenges, including a storm that leads them to Carthage. There, Queen Dido falls in love with Aeneas, but he must leave to fulfill his destiny. Aeneas's journey continues to Italy, where he faces war and ultimately triumphs, fulfilling his mission as foretold by prophecy.

What event caused Aeneas and the Trojans to flee their home city?

• A Greek invasion

• A civil war

• A volcanic eruption

• A plague

What was hidden inside the wooden horse that led to the fall of Troy?

• A treasure

• Greek soldiers

• A message of peace

• A secret weapon

Who falls in love with Aeneas during his stay in Carthage?

• The Sibyl

• Queen Amata

• Lavinia

• Queen Dido

What does Aeneas learn during his visit to the underworld?

• The identity of his true love

• The location of hidden treasure

• The future history of Rome

• The secret to immortality

Who is Lavinia supposed to marry according to prophecy?

• Ascanius

• Evander

• Turnus

• Aeneas

What triggers the war between Aeneas and Turnus?

• A diplomatic insult

• A hunting accident

• A stolen treasure

• A prophecy about Lavinia

Who provides Aeneas with a new set of weapons during the war?

• Jupiter

• Mars

• Vulcan

• Neptune

What is the outcome of the final battle between Aeneas and Turnus?

• Aeneas is defeated

• The battle ends in a truce

• Turnus is spared

• Turnus is killed

Who is the mother of Aeneas who descends to help him during his journey?

• Venus

• Diana

• Juno

• Minerva

What role does the Sibyl of Cumae play in Aeneas' journey?

• She guides him to Carthage

• She helps him escape Troy

• She guides him to the underworld

• She provides him with weapons