The Rhein
Die Römer
Latin-based German Vocabulary
German History
100
What was the significance of the Rhein in regards to German tribes and Rome?
It served as the border between the two nations.
100
Were the Native German Tribes allies or enemies of Rome?
They were both as the German tribes were not singularly governed. 
100
German - Kampf

Latin - campus

battle(field)
100
What is the oldest city in Germany, founded originally as a Roman colony in 16 AD?
Trier
200
Why were castles placed on the Rhein during Feudal times?
To control and tax river traffic.
200
Who did the Germanic tribes fight in Gaul?
Julius Caesar
200
German - Tisch

Latin - discus

table


200
What is the river that flows through Trier?
the Mosel river
300
_____, The siren of the Rhein
Lorelei
300
What did the Roman historian Tacitus create in regards to the German tribes?
the Germania
300
German - Keller

Latin - cellarium

Cellar
300
In what city was the largest hoard of Roman gold coins ever found?
Trier in 1993!
400
In 1840, the Germans and who else established the Rhein as their border?
the French
400
What was the location of the battle that took place in 9. A.D, with Arminius and his Cherusi tribe?
Teutoburger Wald
400

German - Straße

Latin - via Strata

Street
400
The infamous creator of the Communist Manifesto was born in Trier. Who was he?
Karl Marx.
500
What type of alcohol is primarily produced on the Rhein?
Wine
500

What was the purpose of the Roman constructed Limes along the Rhein river?

they established Roman territory and set up a border.
500
German - Mauer

Latin - murus

Wall
500
Where were the Brothers Grimm based out of?
Kassel
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