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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Tacitus provide so much British history in "The Agricola"?
(a) It compared how much Agricola did for the Empire.
(b) It showed how British history influenced Roman culture.
(c) It showed how the Roman Empire improved British lives.
(d) It was a warning to the Roman Empire of their dangerous presence.

2. What did Tacitus deny existed in Germany?
(a) Intelligence.
(b) Domestic slavery.
(c) Religion.
(d) Agriculture.

3. Mattingly suggests modern Germany thinks of "The Germania" in what way?
(a) As an unofficial work without real evidence.
(b) As wrong and banned from the schools.
(c) As a patriotic piece.
(d) As fictitious.

4. What lesson from others' experience did Agricola consider when he was victorious in battles?
(a) Instilling fear in the enemy helped retain control.
(b) He celebrated lavishly to show his power.
(c) Injustice afterwards did not help the victory.
(d) Be prepared for a possible revenge.

5. Of the following, which power did the Roman emperor NOT possess?
(a) Initiate legislation.
(b) Ability to recall elections.
(c) Military command.
(d) Power of censorship.

Short Answer Questions

1. A toga for a Roman youth was equivalent to what for a German youth?

2. What custom did Chatti boys assume until they showed their worth of birth?

3. Who was the earth-born god of the Germans?

4. Tacitus credited whom for Roman successes?

5. Which Roman ruler was the first to try to conquer Britain?

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