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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Mattingly, what belief lies in "The Agricola"?
(a) Moderation.
(b) Pure races.
(c) Roman destiny.
(d) The origin of white man's burden.

2. What did Tacitus falsely believe Britain had that was worth conquering?
(a) Good farming lands.
(b) Excellent cattle and sheep.
(c) Gold and silver.
(d) Iron.

3. Who was finally able to restore Roman prestige after years of cruel emperors?
(a) Nero.
(b) Vitellius.
(c) Vespasian.
(d) Caligula.

4. How did Agricola help rectify the treasury?
(a) He understood the economy of supply and demand.
(b) He got rid of the corrupted officials in the department.
(c) He recovered stolen objects from temple robbers.
(d) He issued more coins.

5. What happened to Maroboduus, the Marcomannic king?
(a) He was poisoned by his wife.
(b) He was killed in battle against Britain.
(c) He was killed by other Germans.
(d) He was killed by the Romans.

Short Answer Questions

1. Rome's first attempt to conquer Britain can be described as __________.

2. Why did Rome want to conquer Britain?

3. What was Rome's knowledge of Britain during Tacitus' lifetime?

4. How did Agricola's arrival in Britain differ from the usual arrival of a new governor?

5. Despite a quiet retirement, why did many ask Agricola to return to duty?

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