Latin Phrases Quiz | Test Your Knowledge of Classics

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Q1: What does "Ad Astra" translate to in English?

• A) To the moon
• B) To the future
• C) To the mountains
• D) To the stars

D) Often symbolising striving for greatness.

Q2: What does "Fortis Fortuna Adiuvat" mean?

• A) Luck comes to those who wait
• B) Fate favours the weak
• C) Fortune favours the brave
• D) Think before taking action

C) Indicating that those who take risks are more likely to succeed.

Q3: What is the meaning of "Sic Parvis Magna"?

• A) Greatness from small beginnings
• B) Knowledge is power
• C) History is written by the victors
• D) The truth shall set you free

A) Famously associated with Sir Francis Drake, emphasising the potential for greatness from humble origins.

Q4: What is the meaning of "Tempus Fugit"?

• A) Time is money
• B) Time heals all wounds
• C) Time flies
• D) Time waits for no one

C) Highlighting the swift passage of time.

Q5: What is the meaning of "Alea Iacta Est"?

• A) The end justifies the means
• B) Let the games begin
• C) All is fair in love and war
• D) The die is cast

D) Indicating that a decision has been made and there is no turning back.

Q6: What is the meaning of "Veni, Vidi, Vici"?

• A) To each their own
• B) I came, I saw, I conquered
• C) All roads lead to Rome
• D) Haste makes waste

B) Famously attributed to Julius Caesar, highlighting swift victory.

Q7: What is the meaning of "Cogito, Ergo Sum"?

• A) Time flies
• B) Knowledge is power
• C) I think, therefore I am
• D) Better safe than sorry

C) A philosophical statement by René Descartes emphasising the act of thinking as proof of existence.

Q8: What does "Magnum Opus" mean?

• A) Beyond the law
• B) Greatest work
• C) Directly relevant
• D) To the point

B) Greatest work. Often used to describe an artist’s or writer’s most important or celebrated work.

That's it for today—thanks for playing along! See you next time, I Eat Quizzes - Out! 👋

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