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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 life Hadrian comments that his nature seems to be made up of equal parts of instinct and _________.
(a) Knowledge.
(b) Training.
(c) Luck.
(d) Advice.

2. As "Animula Vagula Blandula" opens, Hadrian has been to see his doctor. What is the doctor's name?
(a) Iollas.
(b) Blandula.
(c) Marcus.
(d) Hermogenes.

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

4. 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) Letters.
(b) Police reports.
(c) Novels.
(d) Senate reports.

5. While discussing his childhood, Hadrian says that though officially a Roman emperor is said to be born in Rome, he was actually born where?
(a) Gaul.
(b) Italica.
(c) Spain.
(d) Asia Minor.

Short Answer Questions

1. In his discussion of Marullinus, Hadrian notes that he bore senatorial rank. How many of Hadrian's lineage achieved this rank?

2. After Hadrian's arrival in Macedonica, which of the following individuals is killed?

3. While discussing his doctor visit, Hadrian comments that a man does not practice medicine for 30 years without some ______________.

4. During Hadrian's first speech in the tribunal, he is laughed at for which of the following?

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

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