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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which German tribe(s) invaded Italy in 113 B.C.?
(a) Cimbri and Teutoni.
(b) Osi.
(c) Seubi.
(d) Fenni.

3. The beginning years of British conquest can be described as __________.
(a) The Romans fighting against a brick wall with no arms.
(b) A slow but progressive campaign by the Romans.
(c) A swing of victories between both parties.
(d) A rollover of the British isle by the Romans.

4. Why did Rome want to conquer Britain?
(a) For revenge.
(b) For their knowledge of arms.
(c) Purely for victory over more lands.
(d) For their gold and silver.

5. What was one way a non-native established Roman citizenship?
(a) Became a slave for seven years.
(b) Gave useful military information.
(c) Worked in the emperor's household.
(d) Enlisted in the army.

Short Answer Questions

1. How were officials chosen for provinces?

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

3. Tacitus noted that __________ were often confused with Germans by the "civilized."

4. Rome's first attempt to conquer Britain can be described as __________.

5. What was Agricola best known for?

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