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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. As "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49" opens, readers learn that which of Hadrian's relatives is a man named Marullinus?

2. Which of the following religious cults does Hadrian explore during his time in the army?

3. When Hadrian is transferred to Macedonica, under which of the following legions does he serve?

4. After winning Trajan's respect, Hadrian is placed in command of which legion?

5. When Hadrian is sent to the first Sarmatian war with the title of governor of Pannonia, how long does the conflict last?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. In "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 49-69," what happens to Hadrian's young mistress who is in love with a dancer?

5. In "Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92," how does Hadrian say Trajan has changed during the Dacian war in comparison to how he was when he welcomed Hadrian in Cologne twenty years earlier?

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

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

8. As Hadrian discusses his medical condition, what attitude does he seem to have toward his mortality?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze and discuss three ways in which Antinous' death affects Hadrian. Include supporting information from the text.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze and discuss three of the enemies Hadrian faces in the contest to become Trajan's successor. Be sure to elaborate on the specific challenges he faces from each individual. Include supporting information from the text.

Essay Topic 3

Using the entire book as a reference, discuss how Hadrian feels about religion. Does he believe in a form of religion or not? What evidence from the text supports your conclusion?

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