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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Disciplina Augusta, 211-233.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which religious group appeals to Hadrian for a defense of their faith shortly after he begins work on the cult of Antinous?
(a) Christians.
(b) Etruscans.
(c) Jews.
(d) Muslims.

2. While discussing Roman commerce during his time in Antioch, Hadrian mentions that which religious group is a constant problem for Rome in Alexandria?
(a) Muslims.
(b) Mithradites.
(c) Jews.
(d) Christians.

3. In "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92," which of the following individuals does Hadrian consider his most dangerous enemy?
(a) Plotina.
(b) Attianus.
(c) Lusius Quietus.
(d) Neratius Priscus.

4. After discussing his political enemies, Hadrian says that which of the following individuals organizes life with a view of serving him?
(a) Lusius Quietus.
(b) Neratius Priscus.
(c) Plotina.
(d) Attianus.

5. Which of the following individuals comes to Hadrian's aid with Trajan in Antioch, when Hadrian fears he is losing his position as Trajan's heir?
(a) Plotina.
(b) Pliny.
(c) Sabina.
(d) Palma.

Short Answer Questions

1. After discussing his travels in Greece, Hadrian says that he holds his post as governor of Syria for how long when Trajan comes to him at Antioch?

2. After Hadrian's comments about Trajan's view of war, which of the following friends dies?

3. Hadrian discusses at length his favorite poets after Antinous' death. Which of the following wrote a long poem about Lydia, his deceased wife, and is one of Hadrian's favorites?

4. According to "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92," what is the name of Trajan's niece, also Hadrian's mother-in-law?

5. After his reflections on his own genetic makeup Hadrian says he completes the revision of which city's constitution?

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