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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who helped Nerva bring the praetorian guards to obedience?
(a) Vitellius.
(b) Trajan.
(c) Aulus.
(d) Agricola.

3. Which German tribe(s) invaded Italy in 113 B.C.?
(a) Seubi.
(b) Cimbri and Teutoni.
(c) Fenni.
(d) Osi.

4. What was Agricola best known for?
(a) His diplomatic skills.
(b) His oratory skills.
(c) His ability to execute a surprise attack.
(d) His tactics and forts.

5. According to Mattingly, what seems to be missing from Tacitus' accounts of Britain?
(a) Its climate.
(b) Agricola's role in the isle.
(c) Its culture.
(d) Its geography.

Short Answer Questions

1. How was Arminius received at home after his win over Quintillius?

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

3. What was one way a non-native established Roman citizenship?

4. As stated by Mattingly, how does Tacitus compare to other historians of his age in regards to his writings about Germany?

5. How did Agricola's successes become so famous?

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