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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Notes, Bibliography, and Glossary.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Domitian receive news of Agricola's successes?
(a) He was elated for some good news.
(b) He was jealous.
(c) He was proud of his men.
(d) He was more concerned with Germany and dismissed the news.

2. In German culture, what did undergarments indicate?
(a) Wealth.
(b) Progressive.
(c) Insecurity.
(d) Social norm.

3. Mattingly observes what defect in Tactitus' writings?
(a) Misspellings.
(b) Exaggeration of stories.
(c) Carelessness in geography and military history.
(d) Carelessness in proper names and dates.

4. Of all the German tribes, which held the greatest in number?
(a) Chauci.
(b) Suebi.
(c) Batavi.
(d) Chatti.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What was one of the most shameful acts a German soldier could do?

2. Mattingly suggests modern Germany thinks of "The Germania" in what way?

3. How were ancient German records kept?

4. Of the following, which title did Tacitus never hold?

5. What was an obligation of a follower to a German chief in addition to protecting him?

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