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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In discussing his early challenges as emperor, Hadrian says that he is forced to take military action in Mauretania because a revolt is forming under which of the following individuals?
(a) Lucius Quietus.
(b) Attianus.
(c) Crito.
(d) Marcius Turbo.

2. When Hadrian states that if the collapse of Rome happens it will concern his successors, he mentions that it is which year of the Roman era?
(a) 349.
(b) 762.
(c) 847.
(d) 265.

3. While in Alexandria Hadrian is visited by a Jew named Akiba from Jerusalem. For how many days do the two argue about renovations in Jerusalem?
(a) Nineteen.
(b) Two.
(c) Eight.
(d) Fourteen.

4. According to "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49," which of the following individuals is Hadrian's cousin?
(a) Domitian.
(b) Themistocles.
(c) Trajan.
(d) Scaurus.

5. Upon returning to Alexandria after their hunting trip, which of the following poets arranges a special entertainment for Hadrian and Antinous?
(a) Pancrates.
(b) Julian.
(c) Mesomedes.
(d) Lucius.

Short Answer Questions

1. After discussing the Jewish rebellion in Jerusalem, Hadrian takes a young tribune named _________ as his new aide?

2. 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?

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

4. After Hadrian's comments about Trajan's view of war, which of the following friends dies?

5. When discussing his remaining family, Hadrian states that which jealous relative is still alive?

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