Memoirs of Hadrian Quiz

Marguerite Yourcenar

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Animula Vagula Blandula

Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 29-49

Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 49-69

Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92

Tellus Stabilita, 95-122

Tellus Stabilita, 122-149

Saeculum Aureum, 153-171

Saeculum Aureum, 171-189

Saeculum Aureum, 189-211

Disciplina Augusta, 211-233

Disciplina Augusta, 233-251

Disciplina Augusta, 251-271

Patientia

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Memoirs of Hadrian Quiz

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After a massive earthquake destroys much of Antioch, Trajan allows members of which religion to be blamed and massacred for the natural disaster? (from Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92)

After discussing Trajan's perilous position as he finds enemies on all sides, Hadrian notes that Trajan wastes an entire winter in the siege of which desert fortress? (from Varius Multiplex Multiformis, 69-92)

Hadrian says, while considering suicide, that an emperor is not supposed to take his own life unless forced for reasons of State. Which individual does Hadrian cite as an example? (from Patientia)

When discussing his early relationship with Antinous, Hadrian says that his new companion was born in which city? (from Saeculum Aureum, 153-171)

During the sight-seeing trip with his wife which is meant to cheer him, Hadrian realizes that it would be Antinous' birthday; how old would he have been had he lived? (from Saeculum Aureum, 189-211)