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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Agricola's successes become so famous?
(a) Via Domitian's excessive praise.
(b) Trajan wrote a famous eulogy.
(c) Through Tacitus' writings.
(d) The number of archaelogical evidence of his forts.

2. Despite a quiet retirement, why did many ask Agricola to return to duty?
(a) He was the only one who kept Domitian in line.
(b) The other generals were failures.
(c) He was charming and convincing with the enemy.
(d) Tacitus actively promoted the idea to everyone.

3. How did the British help the Romans succeed in conquering more regions?
(a) The British were fooled to give away their horses to the Romans.
(b) The British underestimated the Roman leaders and was not prepared for war.
(c) The British allied with the Romans on campaigns into Germany.
(d) The British tribes fought against one another.

4. What was Tacitus' relationship to Agricola?
(a) He was Agricola's son.
(b) He was Agricola's military right hand man.
(c) They had no direct relationship.
(d) He was Agricola's son-in-law.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Mattingly believes Tacitus underrated what about Rome and Germany's relationship?

2. What was the outcome when the British launched a night attack on the 9th legion?

3. How were officials chosen for provinces?

4. What was Agricola's motivation to conquer Britain?

5. During Agricola's praetorship, his responsibility of public games can be described as __________.

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