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Tacitus: Annals & HistoriesGrade 8dialectic Stage

The Death of Germanicus

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Comprehension

Identifies Germanicus: Tiberius's nephew and adopted son, popular general

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Cause & Consequence

Explains why people suspected Piso and/or Tiberius: rivalry, jealousy, Piso's behavior

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Meaning

Notices Tacitus's method: presenting evidence without reaching a verdict

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Defense

Identifies what is strongest about the counterargument

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