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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 the Jewish rebellion in "Disciplina Augusta, 233-251," how many years does it take to recapture Jerusalem?

2. Upon returning to Alexandra after the visit to the magician in Canopus, Antinous convinces which individual to return to the magician with him?

3. To which of the following individuals does Hadrian give the responsibility of cleaning up during the Jewish rebellion in Jerusalem?

4. Upon his return to Rome Hadrian begins work on the Odeon, which is a __________________.

5. Which religious group appeals to Hadrian for a defense of their faith shortly after he begins work on the cult of Antinous?

Short Essay Questions

1. What incident in "Disciplina Augusta, 233-251" leads Hermogenes to diagnose the emperor with heart disease?

2. As Hadrian recounts the series of misunderstandings that lead to Jewish revolt in Jerusalem, what attitude does he take toward the Jews?

3. As "Saeculum Aureum, 189-211" opens, what peculiar habit does Hadrian mention of Lucius?

4. Why, according to "Saeculum Aureum, 153-171," does Hadrian not divorce Sabina and be done with her?

5. Describe the three prospects Hadrian dismisses before finally settling on Lucius as his successor and why those three are dismissed.

6. Why does Antinous refuse to have his palm read a few days after the sacrifice on Mount Cassius?

7. In "Saeculum Aureum, 171-189," why does Hadrian begin to push Antinous away?

8. Why does Hadrian consider the time period after he first meets Antinous a Golden Age in his life?

9. Why do the Jewish people consider the opening of schools where Greek literature is taught such a major problem?

10. According to Hadrian, what must Antinous have thought after the lightning episode on Mount Cassius?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze and discuss three reasons for Hadrian's philosophy and actions toward the Jews in Jerusalem. Be sure to fully support each of his reasons with information from the book.

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

In a well-developed essay, discuss three ways in which Hadrian's thoughts about the nature of love affect his personality and ruling style. Include supporting information from the text.

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