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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As he grows older Gallus becomes more and more cruel. For this, Julian blames:
(a) His wife, Constantia.
(b) His father, who favors Julian over Gallus.
(c) Constantius Augustus, who encourages savagery among his men.
(d) Gallus' devotion to Christianity.

2. Julian's feelings about his two children:
(a) Are influenced by his love for Macrina.
(b) Are influenced by his bad relationship with Helena.
(c) Seem to resemble the way his father feels about him.
(d) Are typical of Roman men of that era.

3. Julian attempts to maintain positive relations with Constantius by all of the following except:
(a) Hiding his anti-Christian sentiments.
(b) Avoiding open signs of disloyalty.
(c) Sending gifts.
(d) Communicating regularly via messengers.

4. When Julian talks about the future with Helena in section IX, she urges him to:
(a) Return to Gaul to fight the Germans.
(b) Make love to her.
(c) Become Augustus.
(d) Return to Athens to resume his studies.

5. After the death of the Bishop, Julian and Gallus agree to:
(a) Compare their sexual experiences.
(b) Study Christian scripture together.
(c) Build a chapel together.
(d) Share the same mistress.

Short Answer Questions

1. St. Mammas is:

2. What does Gallus do to Hilarius?

3. Julian put his utmost trust in:

4. Julian's reluctance to become Augustus probably stems from:

5. What is Constantius' relationship to the brothers, Julian and Gallus?

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