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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Saeculum Aureum, 189-211.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While discussing his childhood, Hadrian says that though officially a Roman emperor is said to be born in Rome, he was actually born where?
(a) Asia Minor.
(b) Italica.
(c) Gaul.
(d) Spain.

2. When Hadrian is transferred to Macedonica, under which of the following legions does he serve?
(a) Second.
(b) Third.
(c) Fifth.
(d) Ninth.

3. In discussing his early challenges as emperor, Hadrian says that he is forced to take military action in Mauretania because a revolt is forming under which of the following individuals?
(a) Crito.
(b) Lucius Quietus.
(c) Marcius Turbo.
(d) Attianus.

4. After Nerva's death, Hadrian sets out to take the news to his cousin. Whose servants attack Hadrian on the way?
(a) Assar.
(b) Gallus.
(c) Domitian.
(d) Servianus.

5. While discussing his military service, Hadrian mentions that he rose to the rank of tribune in which of the following legions?
(a) Fifth.
(b) Ninth.
(c) Third.
(d) Second.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 49-69," what is the only thing Trajan respects at once?

2. As "Tellus Stabilita, 95-122" opens, Hadrian states that which of the following people are concerned only with reopening trade between Rome and India?

3. Which of the following individuals comes to Hadrian's aid with Trajan in Antioch, when Hadrian fears he is losing his position as Trajan's heir?

4. After examining Hadrian, his doctor is alarmed at the Emperor's condition and blames which young physician who has been attending him?

5. Toward the end of "Tellus Stabilita, 95-122," Hadrian states that in twenty years of his rule he has passed how many without a fixed living location?

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