Lines 707 - 711 Notes

Question 1

How does Virgil show Aeneas’ Pietas in this passage?

care pater

Answer 1

This is how he addresses his father (dear father). This is respectful and shows his love for his father.

Question 2

How does Virgil show Aeneas’ Pietas in this passage?

ipse (myself)

Answer 2

This is an important duty and he will take care of it personally.

Question 3

How does Virgil show Aeneas’ Pietas in this passage?

Nec labor gravabit (nor will the work weigh me down)

Answer 3

Aeneas makes his father feel better by saying that it won’t be any trouble.

Question 4

How does Virgil show Aeneas’ Pietas in this passage?

polyptoton (unam / una)

Answer 4

The repetition of the word ‘one’ further enhances the feeling of loyalty and togetherness as Aeneas assures his father’s that he will not leave him behind.

Question 5

How does Virgil show Aeneas’ Pietas in this passage?

umeris / cervici

Answer 5

The direct physical nature of the support is striking here. Aeneas will literally carry his father out through the flames.

Question 6

How does Virgil show Aeneas’ Pietas in this passage?

Pietas involves the whole family / community.

Answer 6

There is an issue with Creusa and the word ‘longe’ but perhaps this is just because she can look after herself better than the others.