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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Notes, Bibliography, and Glossary.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which Roman ruler was the first to try to conquer Britain?
(a) Claudius.
(b) Julius Caesar.
(c) Caligula.
(d) Tiberius.

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

3. What was so unique about the German tribe Chauci?
(a) They were pacifists.
(b) They dwelled in peace as well as in war.
(c) They wore their hair long.
(d) They sung during battle.

4. Where did Rome tend to enact its rules?
(a) Amongst the impoverished rural areas.
(b) They were unsuccessful in doing so.
(c) In the conquered colonies.
(d) In the cities and money classes.

5. Where did Agricola primarily spend his time in the military?
(a) Rome.
(b) Britain.
(c) Spain.
(d) Germany.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Otho's fleet do to Agricola?

2. Present knowledge shows which group immigrated into Britain at least three separate times?

3. What unique characteristic was observed in the Germans' holy places?

4. Tacitus criticized the Sitones more than other German tribes because of what cultural difference?

5. What was an obligation of a follower to a German chief in addition to protecting him?

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