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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Eusebia dies, Constantius marries:
(a) Macrina.
(b) His half sister.
(c) Faustina.
(d) His niece.

2. Julian's attitude towards battle is:
(a) Cautious and wary.
(b) Frightened and worried.
(c) Ambivalent.
(d) Eager and optimistic.

3. Julian's first indication that he becomes a great warrior and leader comes from:
(a) Constantius Augustus.
(b) Mardonius, his tutor.
(c) Aedesius, the philosopher.
(d) Sosipatra, a soothsayer.

4. Maximus and his wife make a pact concerning:
(a) Observing Christian holidays.
(b) Disciplining their children.
(c) Open marriage.
(d) Suicide.

5. While the people of Gaul recover from the war between the Roman Empire and the Germans, Julian:
(a) Allows his men to plunder the cities and rich farmlands.
(b) Tries to convert the populace to Hellenism.
(c) Enjoys the company of many beautiful women in Paris.
(d) Attempts to keep the people's taxes low.

Short Answer Questions

1. At his coronation, Julian takes action that is strictly forbidden: He:

2. As a child of Mithra, Julian believes in:

3. Julian's first winter in Gaul is spent:

4. What aspect of Gallus' character is revealed by his treatment of Hilarius?

5. Although he is intrigued by the deities, Julian also believes in:

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