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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. When Hadrian goes to Pelusium to mediate the disagreements between the Greeks and Jews, he is forced to spend how many days in a courtroom over the matter?
(a) Six.
(b) Fifteen.
(c) Nine.
(d) Three.

2. When discussing the craftsmen he takes with him on his travels, Hadrian says that he offered which of the following individuals a Latin secretaryship?
(a) Suetonius.
(b) Tranquillus.
(c) Florus.
(d) Phlegon.

3. When discussing his method of alternation, Hadrian says that all BUT WHICH of the following are subject to interruption at any moment?
(a) Thoughts.
(b) Sleep.
(c) Feelings.
(d) Work.

4. When the Senate tries to confer upon Hadrian the title of "Father of the Country," he refuses, citing that which other emperor only accepted this title late in life?
(a) Nero.
(b) Augustus.
(c) Octavius.
(d) Domitian.

5. What animal is sacrificed as part of the ritual when Hadrian is initiated into the religious cult?
(a) Dove.
(b) Bull.
(c) Goat.
(d) Sheep.

Short Answer Questions

1. After discussing various sculptors, Hadrian includes a quote: "Trahit sua quemque voluptas." What is the translation he provides for this quote?

2. When discussing relations with the Parthians, Hadrian says that he expects Marcus to continue the peace that has lasted for how many years?

3. When Hadrian faces revolt from Mauretania, which of the following individuals oversteps his orders and kills Hadrian's rival?

4. One of Hadrian's favorite women falls in love with a dancer; what is the dancer's name?

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

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