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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was so interested in German culture that he wrote about it?
(a) He believed Germans had much to offer Roman civilization.
(b) He believed Germans were desecendants from the same gods.
(c) He believed Germans would make great slaves.
(d) He believed Germans were a constant threat.

2. Tacitus claimed the British military's strength was in __________.
(a) The knowledge of the lands.
(b) The infantry.
(c) The weaponry.
(d) The cavalry.

3. According to Tacitus, Agricola felt it was more "honourable to __________ than to hate."
(a) Be loyal.
(b) Hurt.
(c) Die.
(d) Love.

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

5. When Agricola returned to Rome, why did he intentionally return at night?
(a) To avoid Domitian.
(b) To surprise his wife.
(c) To avoid publicity.
(d) The parade was more fun at night.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Tacitus feel the need to apologize for his life?

2. What political harmony did Tacitus wish to see in the Roman Republic?

3. How did Agricola help rectify the treasury?

4. Between which years were Agricola's campaigns in Britain?

5. What was Agricola best known for?

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