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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What generally separated the ancient Germans from other peoples?
(a) Physical landscapes.
(b) An ancient stone wall.
(c) Seas.
(d) An arbitrary political boundary.

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

3. According to Mattingly, what belief lies in "The Agricola"?
(a) The origin of white man's burden.
(b) Pure races.
(c) Moderation.
(d) Roman destiny.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Between which years was Tacitus alive?

2. Agricola was brought up with an education in __________.

3. How did Tacitus distinguish some tribes as German and not Sarmations?

4. Which German tribe(s) invaded Italy in 113 B.C.?

5. Of the following, what was most upsetting for Tacitus in regards to Agricola's death?

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