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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. The deaf-mute child Julian saves from his men becomes:
2. According to Priscus, the omens for the military campaign are:
3. Salatius warns Julian that the troops are singing a song about:
4. While Julian is in Antioch, he decrees that Christians are not to teach:
5. The oracle that Oribasius consults states that Julian is destined:
Short Essay Questions
1. Julian claims to be tolerant of different religions. Why does he feel compelled to attempt to initiate religious upheaval among the Romans and convert them from Christianity to Hellenism? What makes him think he can succeed at this monumental task?
2. The relationship between Julian and Eusebia is never really made clear. Describe what you know about this relationship.
3. After Constantius dies and his will is read, Julian's position as Augustus is solidified and validated. How? What is the first thing Julian does to demonstrate his power?
4. What happens when Julian's army encounters the Persian army near Ctesiphon? What orders does Julian give? How does he act in front of the troops? What do you think is actually going on in his mind?
5. What happens during the year of the famine in Antioch? Who is responsible for the famine? Who is blamed?
6. Julian travels overland to Antioch stopping in various towns along the way. What reason does he give for the journey and what does Julian hope to accomplish by visiting the towns en route?
7. How does Julian deal with the famine in Antioch?
8. Describe the situation when Julian enters Persia at the start of the campaign when Julian, his generals and the troops first reach the Euphrates River.
9. After several months as Augustus, Julian's temperament changes, according to Priscus. How does Julian change and why do you think this change occurs?
10. How does Julian react when the signs and messages from the deities are not what he wants to hear?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss some of the issue of religious conflict that are explored in this book as Julian shifts from religious ambivalence (doubt, lack of faith) to attraction and commitment to Hellenism. Explain why Julian's religious sensibilities are so important and what effect religion has on his life and career.
Essay Topic 2
Throughout his life, Julian is greatly influenced by signs, omens, dreams and prophecies. Discuss Julian's reliance in signs, prophecies, dreams and omens. Is it a weakness, a flaw or a legitimate philosophical perspective? Consider the idea of self-fulfilling prophecies and the power of suggestion in Julian's life.
Essay Topic 3
Explore the evolution of Julian's feelings about Christianity. Why do you think his attitude changes and becomes so negative? Is there anything else going on within him or around him that would influence him to become anti-Christian?
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