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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49," Hadrian states that he has sought which of the following more than power?
(a) Liberty.
(b) Peace.
(c) Justice.
(d) Philosophy.

2. In his discussion of life Hadrian comments that his nature seems to be made up of equal parts of instinct and _________.
(a) Training.
(b) Luck.
(c) Advice.
(d) Knowledge.

3. As Hadrian discusses his life he says that all BUT WHICH of the following seem nebulous and fleeting as a phantom?
(a) Projects.
(b) Desires.
(c) Wishes.
(d) Dreams.

4. Toward the end of "Animula Vagula Blandula," Hadrian states that there are people he's seen often that he won't recognize where?
(a) Naples.
(b) Tibur.
(c) Rome.
(d) Hades.

5. As Hadrian talks about his dislike of Roman feasts he mentions that he prefers the cuisine in which of the following countries?
(a) England.
(b) Asia.
(c) Spain.
(d) Greece.

Short Answer Questions

1. As he announces his intention to write his autobiography, Hadrian mentions his secretary who was named ________.

2. Hadrian considers his life and decides that the life of which of the following is simple?

3. As "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49" opens, readers learn that which of Hadrian's relatives is a man named Marullinus?

4. As "Animula Vagula Blandula" opens, Hadrian has been to see his doctor. What is the doctor's name?

5. In his discussion of Marullinus, Hadrian notes that he bore senatorial rank. How many of Hadrian's lineage achieved this rank?

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