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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Julian claims to have information that _____ is behind the plot to kill him.
(a) Maximus.
(b) Priscus.
(c) Libanius.
(d) Victor.

2. With the success of his Persia campaign, Julian boasts to his generals that:
(a) He fights with his men on the front lines and does not hide in his tent.
(b) He is protected by the shield of God and does not die in battle.
(c) He kills more enemy soldiers than any of them.
(d) He conquers more land for Rome that any other emperor.

3. In the cities he visits en route to Persia, Julian attempts to get people to perform:
(a) The rites of the deities.
(b) The Odyssey.
(c) The Olympic Torch Ceremony.
(d) The plays of Euripedes and Sophecles.

4. According to Priscus, the omens for the military campaign are:
(a) Confusing.
(b) Unclear.
(c) Positive.
(d) Negative.

5. The deaf-mute child Julian saves from his men becomes:
(a) A spy for the Persian army.
(b) A masseuse.
(c) A secret messenger.
(d) Devoted to Julian for the rest of his life.

Short Answer Questions

1. Constantius's will names this person as his successor.

2. When Libanius is refused permission to publish the Julian manuscript, his reaction is:

3. When Julian gives orders for the army to head north, it is a sign that they are headed:

4. In Section XIX, At Anatha, Julius encounters:

5. Julian claims to support religious freedom, but he clearly favors:

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe Julian's lifestyle after he becomes Augustus.

2. How does Julian deal with the famine in Antioch?

3. After Constantius dies and his will is read, Julian's position as Augustus is solidified and validated. How? What is the first thing Julian does to demonstrate his power?

4. Describe the scene of the battle near Ctesiphon the next day. What does Julian do during the battle? What does he do immediately after the battle?

5. How does Julian react when the signs and messages from the deities are not what he wants to hear?

6. Julian may have a sense that he is becoming drunk with power and losing touch with real people and real issues. Describe the incident at the baths that illustrates his awareness.

7. Once he is Augustus, how does Julian display his disdain for Christianity?

8. What is Constantius' response when Julian is acclaimed Augustus by the people? What does he do? How do you think he feels?

9. The relationship between Julian and Eusebia is never really made clear. Describe what you know about this relationship.

10. How does Julian really feel about religion at the time of his ascension to the position of Augustus?

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