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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49.

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) Two.
(d) Nine.

2. When Hadrian is sent to further his education, he studies medicine under which of the following individuals?
(a) Leotychides.
(b) Scaurus.
(c) Themistocles.
(d) Lucretius.

3. After examining Hadrian, his doctor is alarmed at the Emperor's condition and blames which young physician who has been attending him?
(a) Hermogenes.
(b) Marcus.
(c) Blandula.
(d) Iollas.

4. As he announces his intention to write his autobiography, Hadrian mentions his secretary who was named ________.
(a) Phlegon.
(b) Iollas.
(c) Celer.
(d) Chabrias.

5. How old is Hadrian when Marullinus casts the horoscope that says Hadrian will one day rule the world?
(a) Seventeen.
(b) Fifteen.
(c) Eleven.
(d) Eight.

Short Answer Questions

1. While talking about books, Hadrian accuses which author of making life lighter than it is?

2. When Hadrian is sixteen and finishes a course of military training, his guardian is persuaded to send him where for further academic study?

3. In his discussion of life Hadrian comments that his nature seems to be made up of equal parts of instinct and _________.

4. At the close of "Animula Vagula Blandula," Hadrian says that when philosophers have nothing more to tell us it is excusable to turn to which of the following?

5. As "Animula Vagula Blandula" opens, Hadrian has been to see his doctor. What is the doctor's name?

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