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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 49-69," what is the only thing Trajan respects at once?

2. When Hadrian is named a judge, in which of the following areas does he specialize?

3. As "Animula Vagula Blandula" opens, Hadrian has been to see his doctor. What is the doctor's name?

4. While talking about books, Hadrian accuses which author of making life lighter than it is?

5. What animal is sacrificed as part of the ritual when Hadrian is initiated into the religious cult?

Short Essay Questions

1. As Hadrian begins to question Trajan's military policy, what reason does he give for Trajan's obsession with war?

2. What is Trajan's opinion of Hadrian after the death of Domitian and during Hadrian's early military career?

3. What does Hadrian learn from the prophetess he meets in the British Isles?

4. While talking about his medical limitations, what two things does Hadrian indicate he misses most?

5. What is done about Lucius Quietus' assassination attempt on Hadrian?

6. Why is Hadrian laughed at when he makes his first speech to the tribunal?

7. Describe what happens to Hadrian when he rides to take news of Domitian's death to his cousin Trajan.

8. As "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92" opens, what is Hadrian's view of Trajan's wars?

9. In "Tellus Stabilita, 95-122," how does Lucius Quietus attempt to assassinate Hadrian?

10. After discussing Trajan's plans for the army, why does Hadrian say he likes dealing with the barbarians?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Hadrian's education with that of other Roman citizens during this period in history. Be sure to include supporting information from the text and outside research as necessary.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze and discuss the evolving relationship between Hadrian and Sabina. How does their relationship begin, how does it change, and how does it end at the time of her death? Include supporting information from the text.

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast Hadrian's philosophies on life and war before and after his participation in the Sarmatian campaign. Include supporting information from the book.

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