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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While discussing Roman commerce during his time in Antioch, Hadrian mentions that which religious group is a constant problem for Rome in Alexandria?
(a) Jews.
(b) Muslims.
(c) Christians.
(d) Mithradites.

2. What is the name of Trajan's grandniece, to whom Hadrian is married at twenty-eight?
(a) Livia.
(b) Plotina.
(c) Sabina.
(d) Agrippina.

3. As he announces his intention to write his autobiography, Hadrian mentions his secretary who was named ________.
(a) Chabrias.
(b) Iollas.
(c) Phlegon.
(d) Celer.

4. At the close of "Animula Vagula Blandula," Hadrian says that when philosophers have nothing more to tell us it is excusable to turn to which of the following?
(a) Crystals.
(b) Stars.
(c) Flowers.
(d) Wine.

5. After his discussion of food and diet, which of the following emotions does Hadrian say can "unsettle the soul"?
(a) Hate.
(b) Love.
(c) Jealousy.
(d) Fear.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the Sarmatian war Hadrian makes a practice of sending rash and ambitious soldiers back to Rome and replacing them with what kind of people?

2. For what action is Hadrian reproached shortly after his marriage has taken place?

3. What animal is sacrificed as part of the ritual when Hadrian is initiated into the religious cult?

4. In "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92," which of the following individuals does Hadrian consider his most dangerous enemy?

5. Hadrian mentions, in his discussion of how people relate to each other, that he has incurred some criticism because he likes to read what?

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