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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Disciplina Augusta, 233-251.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which of the following individuals becomes the new emperor in "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49"?
(a) Nerva.
(b) Trajan.
(c) Domitian.
(d) Assar.

3. After Hadrian forbids the Jews from reestablishing themselves in Jerusalem, they settle in all BUT WHICH of the following cities?
(a) Rome.
(b) Antioch.
(c) Alexandria.
(d) Athens.

4. While discussing Roman commerce during his time in Antioch, Hadrian mentions that which religious group is a constant problem for Rome in Alexandria?
(a) Mithradites.
(b) Muslims.
(c) Jews.
(d) Christians.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. As "Disciplina Augusta, 211-233" opens, to which of the following cities does Hadrian return?

2. While discussing the events that lead up to Antinous' death, Hadrian says that a five-year drought ends upon his arrival in ____________.

3. During Hadrian's second stay in Rome, how much money (in sesterces) does Trajan give Hadrian to distribute to the public?

4. After winning Trajan's respect, Hadrian is placed in command of which legion?

5. After his reflections on his own genetic makeup Hadrian says he completes the revision of which city's constitution?

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