Memoirs of Hadrian Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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Memoirs of Hadrian Test | Mid-Book Test - Hard

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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. After taking command of his own legion and performing well, Hadrian receives what token from Trajan?

2. In his discussion of the cities he establishes, Hadrian says that which of the following cities is one he cares least to revisit but to which he has devoted more pains?

3. 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?

4. After discussing his political enemies, Hadrian says that which of the following individuals organizes life with a view of serving him?

5. After Nerva's death, Hadrian sets out to take the news to his cousin. Whose servants attack Hadrian on the way?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Hadrian react to his marriage insisted upon by Plotina, Trajan's wife?

2. As "Animula Vagula Blandula" closes, what proposal does Hadrian have for Marcus Aurelius?

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

4. How does the first Sarmatian war change Hadrian?

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

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

7. What logic does Hadrian use in his attempt to engender peace between the Greeks and the Jews?

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

9. What type of courage would Hadrian like to possess, as discussed in "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 49-69"?

10. How is Trajan's body dealt with after his death?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Hadrian says that Rome is the embodiment of Greek ideals. Compare and contrast his view of Rome with that of Greece. Include all relevant supporting information from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Compare and contrast Hadrian's ruling style with that of Trajan, Nerva, and Domitian. Include supporting information from the text and outside research as necessary.

Essay Topic 3

Using supporting information from the text, discuss the validity of Plotina's claim that Trajan's will name Hadrian as his successor. Does information in the text support her claim?

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