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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. After the people proclaim Julian as Augustus, Julian learns that Constantius:
2. When Constantius visits Julian and Gallus, he brings along:
3. Helena is buried:
4. Helena's last conversation with Julian before her death concerns:
5. Gallus advises Julian to be careful about:
Short Essay Questions
1. Gallus and Julian have an affair with the same woman, a servant in their household, at the same time. What do you think this says about the two boys?
2. In Chapter V, Julian has a religious experience that has a great impact on his life. Explain.
3. Who is Sosipatra and what effect does she have on Julian's life?
4. Julian often claims that he dislikes the ritual, etiquette and intrigue of the royal court, that he does not seek to acquire rank or power, and that he longs only to become a scholar. Do you think this is true? Give evidence for your answer/
5. The seeds of Julian's religious conflict are also sown in chapter two. What memories indicate that Julian experiences doubts, questions and great interest in things metaphysical as a youngster?
6. What happens when Julian finally has his long-awaited battle with the Germans? What does he carry into battle with him and how does he feel about carrying the item?
7. Why is it appropriate that Libanius and Priscus discuss things like their health and families as well as their memories of Julian and opinions about the current rulers of the land in the first chapter of this book?
8. Gallus and his wife, Constantia, appear to be cut from the same cloth. What do you learn about them and their tastes and habits?
9. What do the letters of Priscus and Libanius reveal about the culture and customs that exist in Rome at the time of their correspondence?
10. What are Julian's observations about the people of Gaul?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
There are a number of characters and incidents in the story that show a side of Julian that is kind, compassionate, caring and sympathetic. How do you reconcile this aspect of Julian's personality with his political wiliness, his behavior on the battlefield, his contempt for Christianity and efforts to eradicate it, and other harsh or uncompromising aspects? Which is the 'real' Julian?
Essay Topic 2
Compare and contrast the two brothers, Julian and Gallus, as boys, as young men and as Caesars. How are their ways of dealing with the world and with other people different/similar? What do you learn about their goals, desires, beliefs and principles? How do the two brothers change over time?
Essay Topic 3
Throughout his life, Julian is greatly influenced by signs, omens, dreams and prophecies. Discuss Julian's reliance in signs, prophecies, dreams and omens. Is it a weakness, a flaw or a legitimate philosophical perspective? Consider the idea of self-fulfilling prophecies and the power of suggestion in Julian's life.
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