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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Germania.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What weakness did Germans have that according to Tacitus made them easily defeated?
(a) Intemperance of drink.
(b) Overconfidence.
(c) Lack of seriousness.
(d) Grudges against one another.

2. Who were the first to be known as Germani?
(a) The Tungri.
(b) Chauci.
(c) Suebi.
(d) Cherusci

3. Why was so interested in German culture that he wrote about it?
(a) He believed Germans had much to offer Roman civilization.
(b) He believed Germans were desecendants from the same gods.
(c) He believed Germans would make great slaves.
(d) He believed Germans were a constant threat.

4. In addition to arms as gifts, what had the Romans influenced the Germans to accept as gifts?
(a) Slaves.
(b) Gold.
(c) Money.
(d) Pearls.

5. How did Agricola's father get Gaius the emperor angry at him?
(a) He defied orders and campaigned past the Rhine.
(b) He defied orders and refused to conquer Britain.
(c) He attempted murder on one of his favorite Senators.
(d) He was famous and succeeded in life.

Short Answer Questions

1. Tacitus believed the Germans loved what the most?

2. In German culture, what did undergarments indicate?

3. Who was finally able to restore Roman prestige after years of cruel emperors?

4. Where did Agricola stand when fighting with his men?

5. Who were the only ones allowed to decide on capital punishment, imprisonment, and flogging?

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