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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Of the following, which title did Tacitus never hold?
(a) Orator.
(b) Senator.
(c) Colonel.
(d) Governor.

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

3. How were officials chosen for provinces?
(a) The Senate chose for peaceful provinces and the emperor for restless ones.
(b) By the praetorian guards.
(c) By the people.
(d) The emperor chose for all provinces.

4. In addition to arms as gifts, what had the Romans influenced the Germans to accept as gifts?
(a) Slaves.
(b) Gold.
(c) Money.
(d) Pearls.

5. Mattingly observes what defect in Tactitus' writings?
(a) Carelessness in proper names and dates.
(b) Misspellings.
(c) Exaggeration of stories.
(d) Carelessness in geography and military history.

Short Answer Questions

1. What weakness did Germans have that according to Tacitus made them easily defeated?

2. How do modern historians identify Agricola's permanent forts?

3. During Agricola's praetorship, his responsibility of public games can be described as __________.

4. What did Tacitus claim was the purpose of "baritus"?

5. What was the outcome when the British launched a night attack on the 9th legion?

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