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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. The Chatti showed steady courage in warfare through what?
2. In German culture, what did undergarments indicate?
3. Tacitus criticized the Germans' agriculture calendar because of what?
4. Who was the earth-born god of the Germans?
5. How could a German chief show prestige and power?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Compare the state of cultural morals between Germany and the Roman Empire, such as the morals of loyalty to an emperor or king, the commitment of marriage, the bond between a parent and child, etc.
Essay Topic 2
Tacitus was a senator under various rulers, both good and bad. What challenges were there and how did he deal with them? What were some possible reasons he reacted the way he did? Provide examples from the book.
Essay Topic 3
As a historian, write how well Tacitus described the German peoples, culture, land, climate, etc. Did he do well with detail, impartiality, etc.? Provide evidence from the book.
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