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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. What was Augustus's goal as a Roman leader?
(a) To extend the Roman Empire to twice its size.
(b) To conquer and restore Roman honor.
(c) To restore the Republic.
(d) To overtake all of Britain and Ireland.

2. Tacitus summed up Agricola's features as __________.
(a) Charming.
(b) Stoic.
(c) Striking.
(d) Passionate.

3. Without proper weapons, shelter, or horses, Tacitus described the Fenni as __________.
(a) Pathetic.
(b) Natural.
(c) Well content.
(d) Serene.

4. In Chapter 31, why did Mattingly believe Tacitus was mistaken in saying the Brigantes burned a Roman colony under a woman ruler?
(a) The Brigantes actually helped the Romans and accepted their aid.
(b) The Brigantes were a peaceful people.
(c) The Romans conquered the Brigantes long before the supposed burning.
(d) The Brigantes never had a woman leader in their history.

5. How did the public feel about Agricola's role in Britain?
(a) They believed he was a puppet of Domitian.
(b) They thought he was too soft with the British.
(c) They were in favor of his work.
(d) They felt he was a failure in his campaigns.

Short Answer Questions

1. Mattingly suggests modern Germany thinks of "The Germania" in what way?

2. Modern knowledge shows what about Tacitus' account of German dress?

3. Tacitus felt the only form of wealth Germans had was __________.

4. Agricola was brought up with an education in __________.

5. Of the following, which title did Tacitus never hold?

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