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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What unique characteristic was observed in the Germans' holy places?
(a) The temples were open roofed.
(b) They were in the woods and groves.
(c) They only fit one family at a time.
(d) They were open only at night.

3. Tacitus criticized the Germans' agriculture calendar because of what?
(a) They only had two seasons.
(b) They used the lunar calendar.
(c) They did not consider autumn.
(d) They could not grow wheat.

4. In the Introduction, Mattingly claims the Germans needed what if they were to ever reach maturity?
(a) A fierce ruler.
(b) A united kingdom.
(c) Roman discipline.
(d) Power over drinking.

5. How did Agricola's arrival in Britain differ from the usual arrival of a new governor?
(a) There was no pagaentry.
(b) The auxiliaries had put on a military salute for him.
(c) The legions saluted him.
(d) There was a parade.

Short Answer Questions

1. What undertone does Mattingly suggest is written in "The Agricola"?

2. Tacitus credited whom for Roman successes?

3. What was one way a non-native established Roman citizenship?

4. What did Germans fear for their women?

5. What political harmony did Tacitus wish to see in the Roman Republic?

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