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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After his wife's death, Julian takes a vow:
(a) To seek immediate medical attention if he is wounded.
(b) Not to remarry for ten years.
(c) To re-commit to Christianity.
(d) Of celibacy.

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

3. While he is in Gaul, Julian receives word that his wife, Helena, gives birth to:
(a) A healthy son.
(b) Twins.
(c) A beautiful daughter.
(d) A child who dies at birth.

4. When Julian learns that Eusebia is gravely ill:
(a) He blames Constantius.
(b) He finds another mistress.
(c) He rushes to her bedside.
(d) He makes no comment.

5. While in Gaul, during the actual fighting against the German invaders, Julian:
(a) Makes strategic decisions based on intelligence.
(b) Relies on signs and omens to determine the outcome.
(c) Joins his men at the front and demonstrates his courage.
(d) Rallies the local population to join his cause.

Short Answer Questions

1. Julian recalls his father as:

2. Julian excuses his brother's actions by saying:

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

4. After Gallus is named Caesar, Libanius goes to Gallus' home and observes:

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

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