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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. Why did Tacitus provide so much British history in "The Agricola"?
(a) It was a warning to the Roman Empire of their dangerous presence.
(b) It showed how the Roman Empire improved British lives.
(c) It compared how much Agricola did for the Empire.
(d) It showed how British history influenced Roman culture.

2. How was Agricola's death received in general?
(a) It seemed to concern everyone.
(b) Domitian disallowed grievance over Agricola.
(c) Many did not notice.
(d) The enemies celebrated.

3. What did Tacitus credit to changing the Gaul's warlike past?
(a) Agriculture.
(b) Peace within Roman life.
(c) Tacitus' famous oration on peace.
(d) Their inferiority to German warriors.

4. Of the following, which power did the Roman emperor NOT possess?
(a) Ability to recall elections.
(b) Military command.
(c) Initiate legislation.
(d) Power of censorship.

5. "The Germania" is believed to come from a single manuscript written in what century?
(a) 100 A.D.
(b) 9th century.
(c) Early 6th century.
(d) Early 16th century.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Agricola do in his first year that helped Britain appreciate peace more?

2. How did having children help Agricola's career?

3. Tacitus summed up Agricola's features as __________.

4. According to Mattingly, what was most important to Tacitus in his life?

5. For what reason would the Romans not bother to conquer a country?

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