What is culturally significant about the Aeneid?

a. It represents the Roman "ideal" citizen, who favors civic duty above all else.
b. It is a series of poems that demonstrate love of nature and the virtues of the agrarian lifestyle.
c. It is a moral warning to Roman citizens about the importance of military service.
d. It serves as a model for building family to support the "best of Rome."


Answer: a

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