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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. While discussing his doctor visit, Hadrian comments that a man does not practice medicine for 30 years without some ______________.

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

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. When talking about various types of art, Hadrian says that which of the following cultures has chosen man as the center?

5. When talking about the cities he establishes, Hadrian mentions the city of Hadrianotherae. In which region is this city located?

Short Essay Questions

1. According to "Animula Vagula Blandula," what kind of diet does Hadrian prefer, and how does that differ from the common Roman diet?

2. Why was Hermogenes so worried when he finished his examination of Hadrian?

3. What does Hadrian admit in "Tellus Stabilita, 122-149" about his feelings on belonging?

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

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

6. How does the first Sarmatian war change Hadrian?

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

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

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

10. What reasons does Hadrian give when he abandons Trajan's conquest plans?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare and contrast Hadrian's views on death before and after he contemplates suicide. What has he determined about the effect of his death? Be sure to include supporting information and quotes from the book.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss three ways in which "Patientia," the final passage of the book, summarizes Hadrian's views on life. Include supporting information from the text. Be sure to fully support your response.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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