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

2. 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) Palma.
(d) Sabina.

3. Hadrian grows angry with a writer during his first discussions of his life at the villa and summons the writer to tell him that he is exiled. What is the writer's name?
(a) Justinian.
(b) Juvenal.
(c) Paris.
(d) Papias.

4. During "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92," which of the following individuals is one of Hadrian's supporters and becomes Trajan's new privy councillor?
(a) Attianus.
(b) Celsus.
(c) Plotina.
(d) Lusius Quietus.

5. While vising Chaeronea, Hadrian spends two days as the guest of which of the following famous Greek philosophers and writers?
(a) Plato.
(b) Socrates.
(c) Plutarch.
(d) Pythagoras.

Short Answer Questions

1. Upon returning to Greece in "Saeculum Aureum, 153-171," Hadrian sets out to rebuild which city?

2. As "Disciplina Augusta, 211-233" opens, to which of the following cities does Hadrian return?

3. 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?

4. Upon his return to Rome Hadrian begins work on the Odeon, which is a __________________.

5. Upon returning to Athens after Antinous' death, with which friend does Hadrian stay?

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