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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At his coronation, Julian takes action that is strictly forbidden: He:
(a) Salutes the legions.
(b) Embraces the emperor's wife.
(c) Touches the emperor.
(d) Kisses his wife.

2. When Julian learns about the death of his child, he:
(a) Seems relieved because he does not really love Helena.
(b) Expresses no emotion about the incident.
(c) Is shocked and heartbroken.
(d) Feels sympathy for Helena's grief.

3. When Constantius visits Julian and Gallus, he brings along:
(a) A retinue of officials, clerks and servants.
(b) A group of high priests and religious leaders.
(c) His lawyers and accountants.
(d) His bodyguards and personal militia.

4. Constantius' writes instructions to Julian, which includes all of the following except:
(a) Recipes.
(b) Etiquette tips.
(c) Battle strategies.
(d) Instructions for holding dinner parties.

5. As a child, Julian loves:
(a) Learning.
(b) Music.
(c) Riding horses.
(d) Playing war games.

Short Answer Questions

1. Hilarius is:

2. Libanius and Priscus correspond about all of the following topics except:

3. Oribasius eventually becomes:

4. This person dies when Julian is 11.

5. When Julian fights the Germans, he is required to carry into battle with him:

(see the answer key)

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