Explain the use of the participle phrase 'dum stupet, obtutuque haeret defixus in uno'.
Modifies Aeneas, showing his captivated state.
What is an ablative absolute and give an example from the text?
A phrase with two words in the ablative case, providing background information. Example: 'quam mille secutae hinc atque hinc glomerantur oreades'.
Explain the dative of agent and give an example.
Indicates the person or thing performing the action, especially in passive constructions. Example: 'media testudine templi'.
What is a nominative absolute and give an example?
A clause in the nominative case, not grammatically connected to the main clause, often at the beginning of the sentence. Example: 'cum subito Aeneas concursu accedere magno Anthea Sergestumque videt fortemque Cloanthum, Teucrorumque alios'.
What is a gerundive phrase and give an example?
A phrase using a gerundive to express purpose or necessity. Example: 'orantes veniam, et templum clamore petebant'.
Explain the significance of the subjunctive mood in 'prohibe infandos a navibus ignis'.
It shows a request or suggestion, not a command.
What does the genitive case indicate, and how is it used in 'Libycos populare Penatis'?
The genitive shows possession or relationship. Here, 'Penatis' indicates the Trojans' intent.
Identify the pluperfect tense and explain its use.
Indicates action completed before another past action. Example: 'Quassatam ventis liceat subducere classem'.
What is the function of an infinitive phrase?
Often used to express purpose. Example: 'moliri, et late finis custode tueri'.
What is the function of a relative clause?
Provides additional information about a noun. Ex: 'qui fata virum servant' (line 546)
What is the function of a comparative phrase?
Compare two or more things. Ex: 'quo iustior alter' (line 547)