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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What undertone does Mattingly suggest is written in "The Agricola"?
(a) Agricola single-handedly conquered Britain.
(b) A political tone of moderation.
(c) The emperor is too egocentric to see the Empire's weaknesses.
(d) The Roman Empire should never have tried to conquer Germany.

3. According to Mattingly, what was most important to Tacitus in his life?
(a) The reigning emperor.
(b) His mother.
(c) His family.
(d) His career.

4. Agricola was brought up with an education in __________.
(a) Martial arts.
(b) German history.
(c) British history.
(d) Liberal arts.

5. How were officials chosen for provinces?
(a) The emperor chose for all provinces.
(b) By the people.
(c) The Senate chose for peaceful provinces and the emperor for restless ones.
(d) By the praetorian guards.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Domitian receive news of Agricola's successes?

2. How did the public feel about Agricola's role in Britain?

3. According to Mattingly, what seems to be missing from Tacitus' accounts of Britain?

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

5. What happened to Maroboduus, the Marcomannic king?

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