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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was unique about a betrothed German couple?
(a) The man offered the dowry, not the woman.
(b) They were encouraged to marry outside the clan.
(c) Mothers chose the bride and groom.
(d) The woman offered the dowry, not the man.

2. Which Caledonian addressed the British men to inspire courage against the Romans?
(a) Calgacus.
(b) Boudicca.
(c) Cuchulain.
(d) Cogidumnus.

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

4. Rome's first attempt to conquer Britain can be described as __________.
(a) A failure.
(b) An easy success.
(c) The beginning of colonialism.
(d) The end of Celtic culture.

5. Between which years was Tacitus alive?
(a) A.D. 50-115.
(b) A.D. 85-150.
(c) A.D. 500-1115.
(d) B.C. 50-115.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who were the first to be known as Germani?

3. Which German tribe(s) invaded Italy in 113 B.C.?

4. Tacitus claimed the British military's strength was in __________.

5. What historic figure was known to visit Germany and found the city Asciburgium?

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