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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Disciplina Augusta, 233-251.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As "Disciplina Augusta, 211-233" opens, to which of the following cities does Hadrian return?
(a) Rome.
(b) Alexandria.
(c) Antioch.
(d) Hadrianopolis.

2. To which of the following individuals does Hadrian give the responsibility of cleaning up during the Jewish rebellion in Jerusalem?
(a) Simon.
(b) Bethar.
(c) Celer.
(d) Rufus.

3. After Antinous decides on a tutor, Hadrian says that which of the following individuals, a Stoic philosopher, asks his permission to retire from service by suicide?
(a) Chabrias.
(b) Euphrates.
(c) Demonax.
(d) Aristomenes.

4. For what action is Hadrian reproached shortly after his marriage has taken place?
(a) Treason.
(b) Adultery.
(c) Dishonesty.
(d) Gambling.

5. In his discussion of Marullinus, Hadrian notes that he bore senatorial rank. How many of Hadrian's lineage achieved this rank?
(a) Three.
(b) Five.
(c) Nine.
(d) Two.

Short Answer Questions

1. When the first reports of the Parthian campaign come in, which of the following major cities has fallen to Rome?

2. 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?

3. What is the name of Trajan's grandniece, to whom Hadrian is married at twenty-eight?

4. In his reminiscence of education, Hadrian says that he will always be grateful to which of the following individuals for making him study Greek?

5. While discussing Roman commerce during his time in Antioch, Hadrian mentions that which religious group is a constant problem for Rome in Alexandria?

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