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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. While discussing his military service, Hadrian mentions that he rose to the rank of tribune in which of the following legions?
(a) Fifth.
(b) Ninth.
(c) Third.
(d) Second.

2. 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) Octavius.
(b) Augustus.
(c) Domitian.
(d) Nero.

3. For what action is Hadrian reproached shortly after his marriage has taken place?
(a) Gambling.
(b) Dishonesty.
(c) Treason.
(d) Adultery.

4. One of Hadrian's favorite women falls in love with a dancer; what is the dancer's name?
(a) Servianus.
(b) Tacitus.
(c) Bathyllus.
(d) Marcius.

5. After Hadrian's arrival in Macedonica, which of the following individuals is killed?
(a) Nerva.
(b) Trajan.
(c) Domitian.
(d) Assar.

Short Answer Questions

1. As "Saeculum Aureum, 171-189" opens, Hadrian reports that Antinous has become infatuated with passages by which famous writer and philosopher?

2. In his reminiscence of education, Hadrian says that he will always be grateful to which of the following individuals for making him study Greek?

3. After taking command of his own legion and performing well, Hadrian receives what token from Trajan?

4. When Hadrian is initiated into a religious cult, the ceremony takes place on the banks of which river?

5. According to "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49," which of the following individuals is currently emperor of Rome?

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