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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. Which of the following individuals dies toward the end of "Disciplina Augusta, 251-271"?
2. According to "Disciplina Augusta, 211-233," the word "philanthropy" is of which origin?
3. Hadrian discusses at length his favorite poets after Antinous' death. Which of the following wrote a long poem about Lydia, his deceased wife, and is one of Hadrian's favorites?
4. Upon returning to Rome in "Disciplina Augusta, 251-271," Hadrian once again takes up his friendship with which of the following individuals?
5. While discussing the events that lead up to Antinous' death, Hadrian says that a five-year drought ends upon his arrival in ____________.
Short Essay Questions
1. Why, according to "Saeculum Aureum, 153-171," does Hadrian not divorce Sabina and be done with her?
2. Describe the three prospects Hadrian dismisses before finally settling on Lucius as his successor and why those three are dismissed.
3. In "Saeculum Aureum, 171-189," why does Hadrian begin to push Antinous away?
4. What qualities strike Hadrian as special when he first meets Arrian of Nicomedia?
5. How does Hadrian respond to the Christian admonition which consists of "loving another as oneself" after he is approached by Quadratus to defend Christians?
6. What observations does Hadrian make upon first meeting Antinous?
7. What happens to Hadrian's secretary in "Disciplina Augusta, 211-233"?
8. Why do the Jewish people consider the opening of schools where Greek literature is taught such a major problem?
9. Why does Hadrian consider the time period after he first meets Antinous a Golden Age in his life?
10. When rumors begin to fly about the influence Lucius and Antinous must have over Hadrian, what reasons does he give that indicate these accusations are ridiculous?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Compare and contrast Hadrian's education with that of other Roman citizens during this period in history. Be sure to include supporting information from the text and outside research as necessary.
Essay Topic 2
Analyze and discuss three reasons for Hadrian's choice of Lucius as his successor. Be sure to include supporting information from the book.
Essay Topic 3
Analyze and discuss three of the enemies Hadrian faces in the contest to become Trajan's successor. Be sure to elaborate on the specific challenges he faces from each individual. Include supporting information from the text.
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