IDENTIFICATIONS

Augustus*
Tiberius*
Gaius (Caligula)*
Claudius*
Nero*
Livia*
Germanicus
Cremutius Cordus
Sejanus

LOCATIONS

Germania*
The Rhine*
Nola

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

What sources does Tacitus cite?

What is the purpose of Tacitus' introduction? Why does he relate the type of power held under the kings and the Republic? What claim does he make for himself as an historian? (1.1-2)

Who was responsible for the execution of Postumus Agrippa? (1.6)

What steps did Tiberius take to secure his position as Emperor? (1.7)

What contrasting views of Augustus does Tacitus present? (1.9-10)

How does Tacitus portray Livia? What are his sources?

How does Tacitus portrary Tiberius? What are his sources?

What are Tacitus' purposes in relating the treason trials of Falanius and Rubrius and of Granius Marcellus? (1.83-84)