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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. During their stay in Antioch, which of the following individuals tells Antinous and Hadrian the story of "The Bride of Corinth"?
2. Which of the following statues does Hadrian NOT purchase for his native city of Italica during his stay in Alexandria?
3. When discussing his relationship with his body in "Disciplina Augusta, 233-251," Hadrian says that he suddenly feels which of the following emotions?
4. Upon growing bored in Alexandria, Hadrian and his company visit a magician in Canopus. What animal does Antinous insist upon sacrificing to destiny?
5. As "Disciplina Augusta, 251-271" begins, which of the following individuals does Hadrian credit with the suppression of the Jewish revolt?
Short Essay Questions
1. According to Hadrian, what must Antinous have thought after the lightning episode on Mount Cassius?
2. What qualities strike Hadrian as special when he first meets Arrian of Nicomedia?
3. In "Saeculum Aureum, 171-189," why does Hadrian begin to push Antinous away?
4. What is Sabina's final attitude toward Hadrian at the time of her death?
5. As Hadrian recounts the series of misunderstandings that lead to Jewish revolt in Jerusalem, what attitude does he take toward the Jews?
6. What observations does Hadrian make upon first meeting Antinous?
7. Why, in "Disciplina Augusta, 211-233," does Hadrian decide to commission a new history of Rome?
8. Upon returning to Antioch after Antinous' death, what does Hadrian think of the people there?
9. Why do the Jewish people consider the opening of schools where Greek literature is taught such a major problem?
10. How does Hadrian respond to the Christian admonition which consists of "loving another as oneself" after he is approached by Quadratus to defend Christians?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
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 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
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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