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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. As Hadrian continues to discuss old age, sickness, and death, he comments that which of the following basic joys is deserting him?
(a) Love.
(b) Music.
(c) Food.
(d) Sleep.

2. After his discussion of food and diet, which of the following emotions does Hadrian say can "unsettle the soul"?
(a) Love.
(b) Fear.
(c) Jealousy.
(d) Hate.

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

4. According to "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49," how is Aelius Hadrianus Afer related to Hadrian?
(a) Uncle.
(b) Brother.
(c) Grandfather.
(d) Father.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When Hadrian is sent to further his education, he studies medicine under which of the following individuals?

2. While reflecting on his life Hadrian says that he has been a lover of art, though not to the extent of which of the following emperors?

3. Readers learn in Hadrian's discussion of his self-observation that he is almost how old?

4. When Hadrian is named a judge, in which of the following areas does he specialize?

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

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