Book XII: The Final Battle ⚔️
Laura Adams
8 min read
Study Guide Overview
This study guide covers Book XII of the Aeneid, focusing on the final duel between Aeneas and Turnus. Key themes include fate vs. free will, pietas, war's consequences, and Rome's founding. It explores divine intervention, particularly by Juno and Juturna, and analyzes character motivations and the symbolism of Pallas's belt. The guide also provides practice questions covering character analysis, themes, literary devices, and historical context.
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Question 1 of 12
What is the primary emotion driving Turnus's actions at the start of Book XII? 😡
A desire for peace
A sense of duty
A thirst for personal glory and revenge
A longing for his homeland