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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Tellus Stabilita, 95-122.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When Hadrian faces revolt from Mauretania, which of the following individuals oversteps his orders and kills Hadrian's rival?
(a) Crito.
(b) Marcius Turbo.
(c) Lucius Quietus.
(d) Attianus.

2. As tensions explode in the Orient, Trajan's officer Quietus is dispatched to deal with all BUT WHICH of the following cities?
(a) Edessa.
(b) Seleucia.
(c) Cyrene.
(d) Hatra.

3. As "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 49-69" opens, which of the following individuals is in command of the troops in Lower Germany?
(a) Trajan.
(b) Domitian.
(c) Assar.
(d) Nerva.

4. After a massive earthquake destroys much of Antioch, Trajan allows members of which religion to be blamed and massacred for the natural disaster?
(a) Christians.
(b) Mithradites.
(c) Muslims.
(d) Jews.

5. After taking command of his own legion and performing well, Hadrian receives what token from Trajan?
(a) Sword.
(b) Horse.
(c) Ring.
(d) Crown.

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

3. When the Senate tries to confer upon Hadrian the title of "Father of the Country," he refuses, citing that which other emperor only accepted this title late in life?

4. Which of the following individuals becomes Hadrian's most vehement critic shortly after his marriage?

5. According to "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49," which of the following individuals is currently emperor of Rome?

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