View a FREE sample

This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After a dream, Julian believes that he is protected by:
(a) The sun god.
(b) Angels.
(c) The estate manager.
(d) Bodyguards.

2. Julian interprets the dream to mean:
(a) He succeeds Constantius as Augustus.
(b) He dies in a glorious battle.
(c) He is assassinated.
(d) He conquers Persia.

3. Julian believes that if he succeeds in taking Gaul:
(a) Constantius retires and names him as his successor.
(b) Constantius rewards him with land and wealth.
(c) Constantius begins to trust him.
(d) Constantius allows him to return to Athens.

4. What aspect of Gallus' character is revealed by his treatment of Hilarius?
(a) His cruelty.
(b) His deceit.
(c) His insecurity.
(d) His jealousy.

5. In Gaul, Julian's army is plagued by:
(a) Malaria.
(b) Smallpox.
(c) Snakes.
(d) Desertion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Julian believes that Constantius sets him up to fail in Gaul because:

2. Within the span of a few months, all of the following events occur except:

3. After meeting Macrina in Athens, Priscus describes her as:

4. Which of the two brothers find favor with Constantius?

5. Julian put his utmost trust in:

Short Essay Questions

1. After a few weeks in Athens, Julian is recalled to Italy by his cousin, Augustus Constantius. What is his reaction to being recalled? Why? Why does he think Constantius may be out to get him at this point?

2. What do Basil and Gregory represent to Julian?

3. Julian often claims that he dislikes the ritual, etiquette and intrigue of the royal court, that he does not seek to acquire rank or power, and that he longs only to become a scholar. Do you think this is true? Give evidence for your answer/

4. The seeds of Julian's religious conflict are also sown in chapter two. What memories indicate that Julian experiences doubts, questions and great interest in things metaphysical as a youngster?

5. As a youngster, Julian expresses awareness of his own mortality and even fear for his life. Why?

6. At about the same time as Julian is defeating the Germans, Helena is giving birth to their first child, a son. Describe the birth and the circumstances surrounding the occasion. How does Julian react when he learns what transpires.

7. Once he is appointed Caesar, Julian is immediately sent to Gaul. Constantius surrounds him with spies and men loyal to the Augustus and does not give him much in the way of military or political support. How does Julian deal with this situation?

8. Julian is gaining confidence and developing skill as a military leader. Cite evidence or his military skills and success at about this time (356-358).

9. Why is Priscus reluctant to be involved with the writing/publishing of the Julian manuscript?

10. Julian's first meeting with Constantius gives him a taste of the power and might of royalty. How does he react to this taste of power?

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 1,134 words (approx. 4 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample