The Agricola; and the Germania; Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

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The Agricola; and the Germania; Test | Mid-Book Test - Easy

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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Tacitus believed the Germans loved what the most?
(a) Women.
(b) Drinking.
(c) Freedom.
(d) War.

2. Tacitus felt what lesson was the hardest to remember in philosophy?
(a) Accordance between religion and humanities.
(b) A sense of proportion.
(c) Impartiality.
(d) Ethics.

3. With which ruler did Agricola have the most tense relationship?
(a) Vespasian.
(b) Caligula.
(c) Domitian.
(d) Trajan.

4. Why was so interested in German culture that he wrote about it?
(a) He believed Germans had much to offer Roman civilization.
(b) He believed Germans were desecendants from the same gods.
(c) He believed Germans were a constant threat.
(d) He believed Germans would make great slaves.

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

6. According to Tacitus, Agricola felt it was more "honourable to __________ than to hate."
(a) Die.
(b) Be loyal.
(c) Hurt.
(d) Love.

7. Who helped Nerva bring the praetorian guards to obedience?
(a) Trajan.
(b) Vitellius.
(c) Agricola.
(d) Aulus.

8. What did Domitian offer Agricola for his triumph?
(a) A post in Germany.
(b) Syria.
(c) A parade.
(d) Nothing.

9. When Agricola returned to Rome, why did he intentionally return at night?
(a) To avoid publicity.
(b) The parade was more fun at night.
(c) To surprise his wife.
(d) To avoid Domitian.

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

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

12. Tacitus claimed the British military's strength was in __________.
(a) The weaponry.
(b) The knowledge of the lands.
(c) The infantry.
(d) The cavalry.

13. Agricola was brought up with an education in __________.
(a) British history.
(b) Martial arts.
(c) Liberal arts.
(d) German history.

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

15. What rumor was spread after Agricola's death?
(a) He never fought in a battle.
(b) His triumphs were shams.
(c) He was poisoned.
(d) He commited suicide.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Rome tend to enact its rules?

2. What benefit was there for Agricola when he married Domitia Decidiana?

3. How did the public feel about Agricola's role in Britain?

4. Why did Tacitus feel the need to apologize for his life?

5. Between which years was Tacitus alive?

(see the answer keys)

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