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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Disciplina Augusta, 233-251.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. When Hadrian is transferred to Macedonica, under which of the following legions does he serve?
(a) Third.
(b) Second.
(c) Ninth.
(d) Fifth.

3. What is the name of Trajan's grandniece, to whom Hadrian is married at twenty-eight?
(a) Livia.
(b) Plotina.
(c) Agrippina.
(d) Sabina.

4. After Hadrian returns to the Roman army and several problems erupt in the Orient at once, Hadrian manages to maintain order in which area?
(a) Bithynia.
(b) Syria.
(c) Sicilia.
(d) Macedonia.

5. In his discussion of the cities he establishes, Hadrian says that which of the following cities is one he cares least to revisit but to which he has devoted more pains?
(a) Hadrianotherae.
(b) Hadrianopolis.
(c) Plotinopolis.
(d) Antinoopolis.

Short Answer Questions

1. While discussing Roman commerce during his time in Antioch, Hadrian mentions that which religious group is a constant problem for Rome in Alexandria?

2. As "Tellus Stabilita, 122-149" opens, Hadrian mentions that he once tried tainted meat because it was a delicacy among which people?

3. Which of the following individuals declares Antinous dead after his body is found in the river?

4. According to "Disciplina Augusta, 211-233," the word "philanthropy" is of which origin?

5. At the end of "Disciplina Augusta, 211-233," Hadrian grows angry with his bumbling secretary. Which part of the man's body does Hadrian seriously injure?

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