Section 10 Livy: Hannibal Crosses the Alps Notes Part 1 Flashcards
1
Q
nequiquam
A
the men have tried to find a way down, but have failed. This is painful for men who have to manage their energy carefully in hostile conditions.
2
Q
Ablative Absolutes
A
hominibus fatigatis and loco purgato; the Ablative Absolute often reflects an economy of effort.
3
Q
aegerrime
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The superlative form of the adverb highlights the challenging situation the men find themselves in.
4
Q
tantum
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The intensifier helps us appreciate the scale of the work.
5
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fodiendum / egerendum
A
These are gerundives. Gerundives are passive obligation adjectives and they are used to express what has to be done by someone. These gerundives highlight what the soldiers must do to survive. They are running out of options.
