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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through XI.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Julian often bases his decisions on:
(a) His wife's recommendations.
(b) Signs and omens.
(c) Tea leaf readings.
(d) The advice of psychics.

2. Which of these phrases does not describe Julian's relationship with his brother, Gallus?
(a) Julian is jealous of Gallus.
(b) Julian is intimidated by Gallus.
(c) Julian is amused by Gallus.
(d) Julian is infuriated by Gallus.

3. Julian believes that Constantius sets him up to fail in Gaul because:
(a) Constantius believes Julian is having an affair with Eusebia.
(b) Constantius provides little in the way of military advice or support.
(c) Constantius makes a secret treaty with the Germans.
(d) Constantius doesn't think Gaul is worth fighting for.

4. In planning his battle strategy, Julian often depends on:
(a) The element of surprise.
(b) Guerilla tactics.
(c) The advice of his generals.
(d) Signs, omens and dreams.

5. Why is Eusebia interested in Julian's children?
(a) She believes Julian is not the real father.
(b) They grow up to become Hellenists.
(c) They become more popular than her children.
(d) They are potential heirs to the throne.

Short Answer Questions

1. Constantius eventually grants Julian permission to:

2. To hide his doubts about Christianity, Julian:

3. Julian often interprets signs, omens and dreams:

4. After Gallus' death, Constantius sends Julian to:

5. While in Gaul, during the actual fighting against the German invaders, Julian:

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