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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Saeculum Aureum, 171-189.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49," how is Aelius Hadrianus Afer related to Hadrian?
(a) Uncle.
(b) Grandfather.
(c) Father.
(d) Brother.

2. While discussing his relationships with the women around him, Hadrian says that he'd like to see them after all BUT WHICH of the following events?
(a) Finding a wrinkle.
(b) Death of a child.
(c) Illness.
(d) First waking up.

3. In his discussion of Marullinus, Hadrian notes that he bore senatorial rank. How many of Hadrian's lineage achieved this rank?
(a) Three.
(b) Nine.
(c) Five.
(d) Two.

4. After traveling to Jerusalem Hadrian arrives in Alexandria, but his arrival there is kept quiet until which other individual arrives?
(a) Antinous.
(b) Agrippa.
(c) Sabina.
(d) Lucius.

5. When discussing relations with the Parthians, Hadrian says that he expects Marcus to continue the peace that has lasted for how many years?
(a) Nine.
(b) Nineteen.
(c) Five.
(d) Fifteen.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Hadrian begins to discuss Antinous' death, readers learn that he died at what age?

2. While discussing his childhood, Hadrian says that though officially a Roman emperor is said to be born in Rome, he was actually born where?

3. When Hadrian is sent to the first Sarmatian war with the title of governor of Pannonia, how long does the conflict last?

4. During their stay in Alexandria, Hadrian, and Antinous embark on a hunting expedition for which of the following animals?

5. How old is Hadrian when Marullinus casts the horoscope that says Hadrian will one day rule the world?

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