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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92," what is the name of Trajan's niece, also Hadrian's mother-in-law?
(a) Matidia.
(b) Palma.
(c) Edessa.
(d) Plotina.

2. Hadrian mentions, in his discussion of how people relate to each other, that he has incurred some criticism because he likes to read what?
(a) Police reports.
(b) Senate reports.
(c) Novels.
(d) Letters.

3. In "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 49-69," which of the following individuals is Trajan's wife who persuades him to let Hadrian write his speeches?
(a) Plotina.
(b) Livia.
(c) Sabina.
(d) Agrippina.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. 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?

2. While discussing his military service, Hadrian mentions that he rose to the rank of tribune in which of the following legions?

3. Which of the following religious cults does Hadrian explore during his time in the army?

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

5. In "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49," Hadrian states that he has sought which of the following more than power?

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