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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Germania.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What did Tacitus falsely believe Britain had that was worth conquering?
(a) Good farming lands.
(b) Gold and silver.
(c) Iron.
(d) Excellent cattle and sheep.
2. Mattingly observes what defect in Tactitus' writings?
(a) Carelessness in geography and military history.
(b) Exaggeration of stories.
(c) Carelessness in proper names and dates.
(d) Misspellings.
3. What would help a defendant of a crime if Agricola was the judge of punishment?
(a) Willingness to give service in the Roman army.
(b) Absolute evidence of innocence.
(c) Genuine repentance.
(d) Bribery.
4. Which German tribe(s) invaded Italy in 113 B.C.?
(a) Osi.
(b) Fenni.
(c) Cimbri and Teutoni.
(d) Seubi.
5. According to Mattingly, what belief lies in "The Agricola"?
(a) Moderation.
(b) Roman destiny.
(c) Pure races.
(d) The origin of white man's burden.
Short Answer Questions
1. The Chatti showed steady courage in warfare through what?
2. What physical attributes did Tacitus describe in the German people?
3. What was one of the most shameful acts a German soldier could do?
4. Where did Rome tend to enact its rules?
5. How did the public feel about Agricola's role in Britain?
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