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

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

3. Tacitus noted that __________ were often confused with Germans by the "civilized."
(a) The Gauls.
(b) The Spaniards.
(c) The Celtics.
(d) The Osi.

4. What was the outcome when the British launched a night attack on the 9th legion?
(a) The British succeeded and brought the momentum into future battles.
(b) Despite the surprise, the sheer number outweighed the British and the 9th legion won.
(c) The 9th legion lost many and got incorporated into Agricola's legion.
(d) Agricola followed and attacked the British from the rear.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How were the Germans' squadrons grouped?

2. Tacitus believed the earth was what shape?

3. Mattingly believes Tacitus underrated what about Rome and Germany's relationship?

4. What happened to Britain's hold after Agricola left?

5. Between which years was Tacitus alive?

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