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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Patientia.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. In his discussion of things he hopes to accomplish, Hadrian says he has assembled a congress of physicians and magistrates to determine what about humans?
(a) Length of pregnancy.
(b) Number of bones in the body.
(c) Nutritional requirements.
(d) Cancer's effect on the body.

3. To which of the following famous sites does Hadrian travel with his wife soon after the death of Antinous?
(a) Cleopatra's tomb.
(b) Sphinx.
(c) Alexander's tomb.
(d) Colossus.

4. After discussing his political enemies, Hadrian says that which of the following individuals organizes life with a view of serving him?
(a) Lusius Quietus.
(b) Neratius Priscus.
(c) Attianus.
(d) Plotina.

5. Which of the following individuals comes to Hadrian's aid with Trajan in Antioch, when Hadrian fears he is losing his position as Trajan's heir?
(a) Pliny.
(b) Plotina.
(c) Sabina.
(d) Palma.

Short Answer Questions

1. While discussing his sadness at how things change despite his attempts to immortalize them, Hadrian says science has been at a standstill since which famous individual?

2. While discussing his childhood, Hadrian says that though officially a Roman emperor is said to be born in Rome, he was actually born where?

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

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

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

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