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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. Readers learn in Hadrian's discussion of his self-observation that he is almost how old?
(a) Fifty.
(b) Sixty.
(c) Seventy.
(d) Forty.

2. Toward the end of "Animula Vagula Blandula," Hadrian states that there are people he's seen often that he won't recognize where?
(a) Hades.
(b) Tibur.
(c) Naples.
(d) Rome.

3. As Hadrian discusses his life he says that all BUT WHICH of the following seem nebulous and fleeting as a phantom?
(a) Dreams.
(b) Desires.
(c) Projects.
(d) Wishes.

4. As Hadrian talks about his dislike of Roman feasts he mentions that he prefers the cuisine in which of the following countries?
(a) Asia.
(b) Greece.
(c) Spain.
(d) England.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When discussing his method of alternation, Hadrian says that all BUT WHICH of the following are subject to interruption at any moment?

2. After his discussion of food and diet, which of the following emotions does Hadrian say can "unsettle the soul"?

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

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

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

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